Essendon First — Politics Last.
A stronger voice for the Seat of Essendon

Essendon first.
Politics last.

For more than 30 years I have served the community as a Teacher, Justice of the Peace, Mayor, Deputy Mayor and Councillor. I am standing as an Independent because Essendon deserves a representative who actively listens, works hard and always puts locals before Party Politics.

Oscar Yildiz, Independent candidate for Essendon
Call Oscar directly0413 850 357
30+Years of community service
18Years in Local Government
Elected Mayor
20+Years as Justice of the Peace
Essendon First — Politics Last.

A Stronger Voice for Essendon

For more than 30 years I have served the community as a Teacher, Justice of the Peace, Mayor, Deputy Mayor and Councillor.

I am standing as an Independent because I believe the Seat of Essendon deserves a representative who actively listens, works hard and always puts locals before Party Politics.

The Seat of Essendon deserves Safer Streets, Better Roads, Stronger Schools, Better Sporting Facilities, Improved Healthcare, Support for Local Businesses and responsible planning that puts infrastructure before overdevelopment.

Oscar talking with local residents Oscar listening to a local over coffee
My Priorities

Issues that matter to the District of Essendon

Practical, local and focused on the issues people raise with me every day.

Cost of Living

Cost of Living

Helping families get ahead again

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Community Safety

Community Safety

Safer communities, stronger communities

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Traffic and Roads

Traffic and Roads

No more growth without infrastructure

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Public Transport

Public Transport

Reliable. Accessible. Connected.

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My commitment is simple.

Listen. Work Hard. Be Accessible and always Put The People in the Seat of Essendon First.

Oscar Yildiz
Born and Raised Here
About Oscar

A lifetime of service — not a parachute candidate

Born in Melbourne to hardworking migrant parents, I started my first job at McEwans Hardware at just 12 years old. Since then: 30+ years as a Teacher, more than 20 years as a Justice of the Peace, 18 years in Local Government as a twice-elected Mayor, Deputy Mayor and Councillor, and founder of the Bully Zero Australia Foundation.

I've never believed leadership is about titles. I've always believed it's about service.

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Map of the Electoral District of Essendon
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The Electoral District of Essendon

The District includes all or parts of Essendon, Essendon North, Essendon Fields, Strathmore, Strathmore Heights, Moonee Ponds, Travancore, Ascot Vale and Flemington.

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