Cr Mark Hammell
Deputy Mayor & Division 1 Councillor
City of Gold Coast
Cr Mark Hammel is the Deputy Mayor of the City of Gold Coast, Chair of the Planning and Regulation Committee, and the elected Councillor for Division 1.
A lifelong resident of the northern Gold Coast, Cr Hammel is a passionate advocate for sustainable growth, strategic infrastructure investment, and the protection of the region’s unique natural environment.
As the city moves toward a population of one million by the mid-2040s, Cr Hammel plays a key leadership role in shaping its future. He has championed major policy initiatives that support local business growth and job creation—particularly within the Yatala Enterprise Area, one of the Gold Coast’s most vital economic engines.
Cr Hammel has also been instrumental in progressing city-shaping projects such as the Advance Resource Recovery Centre (ARRC) pre-feasibility studies, aimed at transforming waste management across the city and region.
With a background in surveying, business development, and commercial real estate, and experience in national waste management, Cr Hammel brings a strong mix of industry insight and public service to his role.