Peter Neal was born and bred in East Gippsland.

He is a previous East Gippsland Shire councillor having served on the Council for eight years from 2008-2016, including one year as Mayor.

Mr Neal is keen to win a seat on the 2020 Council because he believes more power needs to be given back to councillors and the people they represent.

Married with three adult children, Mr Neal and his wife, Maree, live in Eastwood.