Sonja V.

Sonja V. is a seasoned planning professional with extensive experience in strategic and statutory planning, currently serving as a Principal Strategic Planner at the City of Casey since August 2018, where responsibilities include leading teams and overseeing development projects. Previous roles include Senior Strategic Planner and Senior Statutory Planning Officer at the same organization, contributing to key projects such as the Affordable Housing Strategy. Additional experience ranges from tutoring planning-related courses at the University of Melbourne to various planning officer positions with Yarra Ranges Council and Tract Consultants. Sonja holds multiple advanced degrees in public policy, urban planning, and landscape architecture, underscoring a strong academic foundation that complements professional expertise in planning and management.