Anne Sattler (Co-Chair)
Anne is an Advisor in the national Indigenous Australians Agency (formerly The Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet). She is responsible for co-ordination of the Agency’s Indigenous service delivery in Eastern NSW. She was previously employed by Forster Local Aboriginal Land Council. Her roles included Projects Manager and Human Resources/Training Manager.
Anne brings a deep understanding and knowledge of Indigenous affairs, the labour market, government policy and a strategic approach to the positioning of Community Resources.
Anne holds a Diploma of Education (Primary Teaching) and an Advanced Certificate in Community Management.
Anne served on the Board for many years and re-joined in November 2010.
Anthony Rodwell-Ball
Prior to retirement, Anthony was CEO for 10 years of a superannuation fund with 96,400 members and $9billion in investments. Anthony has commercial leadership, accounting, financial management and company secretarial experience across multiple industries, including transport, chemical manufacturing, electronics manufacturing, information technology, and telecommunication and financial services. His roles included CEO, CFO, General Manager and Manager of supply and logistics.
Anthony holds a Bachelor of Arts (Theology and English), a Diploma in Accountancy Studies and a Master of Commercial Law. He is a CPA and graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. He is a Director on three other boards.
Anthony joined the Board in November 2019.
Gaye Tindall (Deputy Chair)
Gaye is actively involved in the MidCoast community, including her role as President of the Green Point Community Association and her special interest in women’s groups and politics.
Gaye established and operated her own Graphic Design company (1989-2004) and received 25 industry awards from Australia and England. On her relocation to Forster, Gaye pursued a career change into the health industry where she worked as a ward clerk at Forster Private Hospital before retiring.
Gaye holds a Diploma of Graphic Design (Honours).
Gaye joined the Board in September 2011.
Indu Balachandran
Indu is the Chief Operating Officer for The National Centre of Indigenous Excellence. She has over 15 years’ experience in social enterprise development and 5 years in executive leadership positions.
Indu is experienced in financial management, impact measurement and sector development. Indu previously worked with Social Ventures Australia, Information and Cultural Exchange, VOICE Australia and Lend Lease. Of Indian heritage, with continuing links to the Indian community through her music practice and otherwise, Indu brings an understanding, respect and experience of social inclusion and cultural development to Community Resources.
Indu holds a Bachelor of Business (Honours) and a Master of Economics (Social Science). She is a CPA and an accredited practitioner with Social Value International.
Indu joined the Board in November 2019.
Janice Paulson
Janice is a Worimi Elder. For the past 30 years Janice has been committed to working in health providing support for women in crisis accommodation. Prior to this, Janice was a domestic engineer for 21 years.
Janice has a Nurses Aid Certificate, a Diploma of Aboriginal Health and Community development and an Advanced Diploma of Aboriginal Community Development.
Janice joined the Board in May 2016.
Joël Dunn
Joël is a Veterinary Surgeon and Landcare Co-ordinator. Joël has worked on numerous projects for community empowerment through sustainable localised food systems, facilitated the establishment of Great Lakes Seed Savers Network, developed the Forster Community Garden with the Forster Neighbourhood Centre, and established and supported Sustainable Farming Groups with MidCoast Council and Karuah/Great Lakes Landcare.
Joël holds a Bachelor of Veterinary Science, a Permaculture Design Certificate, a Certificate of Holistic Management and a Master of Sustainable Agriculture.
Joël joined the Board in September 2004.
Katriina Heikkanen (Co-Chair)
Katriina is an Aboriginal woman of Worimi descent. She is the Indigenous and Social Policy Manager for the AFL and serves on the Board of the Tranby National Indigenous Adult Education and Training.
Katriina spent 9 years working in Commonwealth Government across Indigenous portfolios for employment, education, arts and sports across NSW. She has a passion for uniting youth and communities through sports to create safe and inclusive environments for future generations.
Katriina holds a Diploma in Indigenous leadership.
Katriina joined the Board in May 2018.
Michelle Martin
Michelle is a senior audit, advisory and risk professional. She is the Manager of Governance and Risk for Wollongong City Council. Prior to holding this position, she had 18 years working for the Audit Office of NSW, managing large teams to set governance standards for various government bodies in NSW. She brings practical knowledge and experience in financial statement evaluation and processes, and governance and risk, to Community Resources.
Michelle holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Accountancy), a Master of Business Administration, and a Master of Forensic Accounting. She is currently enrolled in a Certificate IV Training and Assessment and undertaking her Company Director Course with the Australian Institute of Company Directors. She is a CPA and is currently undertaking and undertaking her Company Director Course with the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
Michelle joined the Board in November 2019.
Rebecca Lee
Rebecca has held national and global sales and operations roles for Bayer, Rhodia and Orica, and was most recently the Managing Director of Covestro Australia. Rebecca brings knowledge of waste management and recycling, as well as expertise in commercial leadership, operations and business development, investment and growth, to Community Resources. She is a committee member of the German Australian Chamber of Industry and Commerce, and the National Mattress Product Stewardship Scheme.
Rebecca holds a Bachelor of Science (Chemistry) and is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
Rebecca joined the Board in November 2019.
Sherryl Reddy
Sherryl is the Diversity & Inclusion Advisor for the State Emergency Service of NSW. She is former CEO of SCARF and has experience working with and in crisis-affected communities in Africa, Asia and the Middle East, through humanitarian protection and program development positions with UNICEF, UNHCR and other NGOs. . Sherryl brings senior leadership experience in the community development sector to Community Resources.
Sherryl holds a Bachelor of Arts/Law, a Master of International Humanitarian Law and a Master of International Social Development.
Sherryl joined the Board in November 2019.