Ms Kosac and husband Richard moved to Bowral in 2010 with their two children Julia and Alannah.

Ms Kosac supports many charities and initiatives and was a member of Bowral Chamber of Commerce and Retail Sub-Committee.

Being a small business owner, Ms Kosac said she was very aware of the economic hardship in the highlands.

"As a one-income family, we understand the high costs in everyday living all too well and are also aware of the retail hardship in the Highlands," she said.

"Development of Bowral needs to be seriously considered before any further decisions are made that may negatively impact the township particularly parking, and transport and to attract people back into the CBD.

"Our youngest daughter Alannah has special needs and I am passionate about helping mother's groups and know firsthand about the need for more facilities and community initiatives to give respite for parents and siblings to assist in keeping families together.

"I believe in the youth of this community as it is a part of my life on a day-to-day basis and I see the need for more sporting facilities and activities to keep them occupied.

The team was rocked last week by the departure of Mr O'Hara who claimed he had different views on the direction for the team than Cr Whipper had.

Ms Kosac will be the number four candidate on the five-person ticket.