Thomas Prince

Thomas Prince is an Australian politician and bar worker currently serving as the Mayor of the City of Greater Bendigo. After unsuccessful bids in the 2016 and 2020 local elections, he was elected to the Greater Bendigo City Council in 2024 representing the Lake Weeroona Ward. Prince advocates for a non-partisan approach to local government, emphasizing that political parties should play no role in council operations. His primary policy interests include improving waste management, recycling efficiency, and regional infrastructure development. He was elected mayor by his fellow councillors in November 2025, pledging to make the council more approachable and grounded in community conversation.