Maling Ward Councillor

Profile

Cr Ibuki has lived in Surrey Hills with her husband and 3 children for over 15 years and is committed to the Boroondara community where she has been an active volunteer. Elected in 2024, she brings a community-centred approach to local government, informed by her professional experience and a strong belief in collaborative, transparent leadership.

As a councillor, Cr Ibuki is passionate about preserving Boroondara’s unique heritage while advocating for responsible, inclusive development that meets the evolving needs of residents. She is a strong supporter of initiatives that promote sustainability, social equity, and thriving local precincts, and she is committed to ensuring that all voices – especially those of families, young people, and underrepresented communities – are heard and valued in Council decision-making.

Outside her civic role, Cr Ibuki enjoys ceramics, tennis, cooking, travel, and writing.

Cr Ibuki is honoured to represent the residents of Maling Ward and is focused on building a connected, resilient, and future-ready Boroondara.

Council advisory committees

• Civic Awards Assessment Panel
• Boroondara Urban Design Awards Committee
• Heritage Advisory Committee
• Boroondara Reconciliation Advisory Committee
• Services Delegated Committee
• Urban Planning Delegated Committee

Community advisory committees

• Boroondara Vibrant Shopping Precincts Advisory Committee
• Boroondara Arts Advisory Committee (incorporating the Boroondara Eisteddfod Advisory Sub-committee)

Appointments

• Boroondara Family Violence Network
• Electrify Boroondara

Hobbies and interests

Cr Ibuki enjoys ceramics, tennis, cooking, travelling and reading.

History of Maling Ward

Maling Ward takes its name from the road beside Canterbury Railway Station which ran through a large property owned by the Logan family.

The area originally had four names due to various subdivisions. Councillor Mercy suggested that long-term Councillor and three-time Mayor, John Butler Maling be honoured in 1899, with a final section renamed in 1908.

The Maling Road part of the Canterbury Shopping Centre slowly became more important than Canterbury Road. By World War I, the two-storey row of shops, a theatre and hall and then the de-licensing of the large Canterbury Hotel increased the area's importance.

The area is now recognised and protected by Council as an important tourist precinct.

Map of Maling Ward