Helen Brieschke moved to the Somerset region in 1976 after experiencing Cyclone Tracy, in Darwin as a child.
She has been an active volunteer in the community since her teenage years and has held executive positions in many associations. Helen has been actively involved with the historic Toogoolawah Pictures, Alexandra Hall, for the past 37 years.
Helen, and husband David owned and operated a wholesale milk distribution business in the Somerset region for 33 years, while working and raising a family.
Cr Brieschke was first elected to Council in 2012 and was elected Deputy Mayor for a second term in 2024.
She has a strong commitment to the community with a keen interest in recreation, environment, the arts and Council's core services.
As an experienced Councillor of more than a decade, Cr Brieschke is dedicated to fulfilling her role in representing the Somerset community