Cr Winston Johnston OAM represents Division 5 on the Sunshine Coast Council, serving areas including Maleny, Montville, and Woombye. His office is based in the Eddie DeVere building in Nambour.

Johnston's portfolio focuses on service excellence across the organization, including roads, parks, sporting facilities, town planning, and waste management. His education includes a Diploma in Financial Service and certifications in insurance, along with an Order of Australia Medal for his service.

Johnston's career includes roles as a councillor for both Sunshine Coast and Caloundra City Councils, involvement in various boards and committees related to water, health, tourism, university planning, and a significant tenure in the insurance brokerage industry. He is also active in community groups, including the Maleny Show Society and the Maleny-Blackall Range Lions Club.