--- title: "There is a lot to be optimistic about: Matthew Evans" description: "Bendigo Councillor Matthew Evans tweeted \"There is a lot to be optimistic about...\"" image: https://www.centreforoptimism.com/hubfs/Center%20of%20Optimism%20Assets/Lighthouse%20on%20the%20beach%20at%20dawn.jpg --- ###### [Check out Our latest insights on Optimism](https://www.centreforoptimism.com/blog) [![Centre for Optimism_Logo](https://www.centreforoptimism.com/hubfs/Centre%20for%20Optimism_Logo.svg)](https://www.centreforoptimism.com?hsLang=en) - [Home](https://www.centreforoptimism.com) - [Subscribe](https://www.centreforoptimism.com/subscribe) - [Why Optimism?](https://www.centreforoptimism.com/whyoptimism) - [What is Optimism?](https://www.centreforoptimism.com/whatisoptimism) - [The Optimism Principle](https://www.centreforoptimism.com/blog/theoptimismprinciple) - [Need Optimism?](https://www.centreforoptimism.com/services-and-workshops) - [The Optimism Workshop](https://www.centreforoptimism.com/workshop) - [Victor Perton - That Optimism Man](https://www.centreforoptimism.com/victorperton) - [Magnetic Optimism for Organisations](https://www.centreforoptimism.com/magnetic-optimism-workshops) ![Close Icon (3)](https://www.centreforoptimism.com/hubfs/Close%20Icon%20(3).svg) ![Search (2)](https://www.centreforoptimism.com/hubfs/Search%20(2).svg) ###### [community](https://www.centreforoptimism.com/blog/tag/community) # There is a lot to be optimistic about: Matthew Evans A nice tweet from Bendigo Councillor Matthew Evans, who tweeted "2023 is well underway, and I cannot wait to get stuck into some important and exciting work. There is a lot to be optimistic about and I am determined to continue seeking and delivering good and strong outcomes for all. So, see you in the community!" > 2023 is well underway, and I cannot wait to get stuck into some important and exciting work. > > There is a lot to be optimistic about and I am determined to continue seeking and delivering good and strong outcomes for all. > > So, see you in the community! [pic.twitter.com/DIXfL4D7FM](https://t.co/DIXfL4D7FM) > > — Cr Matthew Evans (@mattyevansmedia) [January 8, 2023](https://twitter.com/mattyevansmedia/status/1612193815020048385?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)   [![Read More and Join in: Celebrate Joy and Optimism](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/21889975/3732f8c5-c3f3-408a-b986-1000a392498c.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/21889975/3732f8c5-c3f3-408a-b986-1000a392498c) > We're 20 yrs into the 21st Century. We need 21st Century thinking, vision, ambition, creativity, & optimism to bring our future forward. > > Genuine community consultation + teamwork, let's work together and Let's Make Progress.[#VOTE1](https://twitter.com/hashtag/VOTE1?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [#EvansForEppalock](https://twitter.com/hashtag/EvansForEppalock?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [#ListeningToYou](https://twitter.com/hashtag/ListeningToYou?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [#TakingAction](https://twitter.com/hashtag/TakingAction?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/SCO2NH4kSd](https://t.co/SCO2NH4kSd) > > — Cr Matthew Evans (@mattyevansmedia) [September 30, 2020](https://twitter.com/mattyevansmedia/status/1311095029696475136?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)   > Bendigo has an optimistic future. The next term of council will be vital in shaping the future of our great city and region. > > — Cr Matthew Evans (@mattyevansmedia) [June 29, 2020](https://twitter.com/mattyevansmedia/status/1277529292629397504?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)   > In tough times like these, we must be optimistic and work together. My Letter to the Editor in today's Bendigo Advertiser. 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