Mrs Nield, who is originally from Mount Gambier, said she is passionate about literacy, education and community programs. 

The Port Fairy resident announced on Friday her intention to stand for election.

Mrs Nield and her husband Andrew moved from Melbourne to Port Fairy about three years ago because it was a nice community to raise a family in. They have a two-year-old daughter Maisie.

If elected, Mrs Nield said she looked forward to being more involved in the community. 

The 37-year-old has experience working in local government, having run a Hobsons Bay City Council library branch and an access and inclusion team. 

“That had a huge focus, from seniors to multiculturalism to disability (access),” Mrs Nield said.

"There were a lot of interactions with community and working with other council departments and other library teams. 

“I feel that I’m a good fit within a team and I’m used to working in teams so I know what you have to do to achieve in a team.”

She said Moyne Shire was a unique part of the world and loved the mix of farmland, coupled with the sea and rivers throughout the shire.

“I know council has committed funding to rebuild the Mortlake library so that has sparked an interest with me.

“I think it’s a really important time to be involved with council when that’s on the cards. Where I come from, libraries are a real community hub. They’re a place for everyone.”

Mrs Nield also wants to support local community groups, schools, festival and event committees, while advocating for small business, agriculture and tourism. 

“I’m not thinking there needs to be a huge overhaul or anything like that, but to continue on with what’s been done and support what will help the community.” 

Mrs Nield said she was approachable and welcomed residents with issues or ideas to contact her.

“I want the opportunity to give people a voice, especially in some of the smaller areas where they may not have as much representation,” Mrs Nield said.