Monash councillor eyes Crean seat

AN ALP member who became Victoria's youngest ever mayor is weighing up his chances of replacing Simon Crean in the federal seat of Hotham.

Geoff Lake says he will consult his family on Monday night before deciding whether to stand for Labor preselection in the safe Victorian seat vacated by the former minister and Labor leader.

The 33-year old was first elected to Monash City Council aged 20 and in 2000 became Victoria's youngest mayor at 22.

He has also been president of the Australian Local Government Association and the Municipal Association of Victoria.

Cr Lake, who has a seven-month-old baby boy, told AAP he was considering a move to federal politics.

"I'm going to have a chat with my wife and family," he said.

"It's something I am interested in."

Cr Lake said he would like to see a rank and file ballot for the preselection.

The only exception to this would be if there was an August election where a decision would be required from the ALP national executive, he said.

Cr Lake said he admired Mr Crean, who has held the seat for 23 years.

"He is someone I've looked up to and respected," he said.

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