Councillor Stephanie Laycock sworn in to Somerset Regional Council

Published on 26 September 2025

Somerset Councillor Stephanie Laycock was officially sworn in to office on Thursday, 25 September 2025.

STEPHANIE Laycock has been sworn in as Somerset Regional Council’s newest Councillor.

Cr Laycock and her family attended the swearing in ceremony on Thursday, 25 September in the Simeon Lord Room in Esk Library, following the Electoral Commission of Queensland’s declaration of the by-election results on Wednesday, 24 September.

At 27 years of age, Cr Laycock is the youngest person to be elected as a Councillor in Somerset.

A third-generation resident, Cr Laycock said she was dedicated to providing outcomes for the community.

"I am extremely excited to have been voted as your new Councillor for Somerset,” Cr Laycock said.

“I am highly motivated to advocate for our residents and to work with the sitting Councillors to promote Somerset through strategic planning which benefits the future of our region.

"Thank you to our residents, the other candidates and to my family and friends for their endless support.

“I look forward to stepping into a more profound leadership role and supporting the community I care so deeply about."

Somerset Mayor Jason Wendt congratulated Cr Laycock on her successful campaign.

“We are delighted to have Cr Laycock joining our team of Councillors,” Cr Wendt said.

“We look forward to the fresh perspectives and passion Cr Laycock will bring to the role.

“There are many great things happening in Somerset, and it will be a pleasure to deliver services for our community with a united team of Councillors.”

CEO Andrew Johnson welcomed Cr Laycock to Somerset Regional Council.

“I look forward to working closely with Cr Laycock and our full team of Councillors to advocate for Somerset and create positive changes in our community,” Mr Johnson said.

“Thank you also to all by-election candidates for your passion and desire to see Somerset become the best version of itself.”

Somerset Regional Council CEO Andrew Johnson and Mayor Jason Wendt with Cr Laycock.

Somerset Councillors Brett Freese, Sally Jess, Deputy Mayor Helen Brieschke, Stephanie Laycock, Mayor Jason Wendt, Tiara Hurley and Michael Bishop.