We rely on adoptions and donations to help save koalas and other native wildlife. As we are a not-for-profit organisation, your generosity will help to cover the inevitable costs.
We have Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) status which makes it easier for us to fundraise to support the ongoing work of Port Stephens Koala Hospital.
ABN 27 614 265 833
ACN 42 65 833
DPIE A.N. 54059
NPWS MWL000100291
Cert 4 Trainer and Assessor. Cert 4 Underground Coal Operations. Royal Humane Society Medal for Bravery. Chairman/Executive Director Coal Services Pty Ltd responsible for mines rescue, workers compensation and OHS for NSW mining industry. Director Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service. Chairman, Non-executive director, Auscoal Superannuation Fund.
During my 8 continuous years of service, I have held the roles of Vice- President, Secretary and now President. The period has been one of constant change and growth where we now rank as one of the premier wildlife organisations in Australia and the only triple licenced wildlife facility in NSW.
I am immensely proud to have designed and commissioned the Port Stephens Koala Hospital that now has 200 front line volunteers and 14 staff including our own veterinary surgeon and two veterinary nurses.
The organisation has experienced expotential growth reflected by Federal and State government support totalling $5 million in funding for infrastructure expansion and operational costs.
I am a carer and rescuer and know first-hand the commitment required for home care having assisted my wife Marion for several years in this often-heart-breaking work.
I am pleased to have delivered to PSKH Deductible Gift Register status and substantial corporate and Government support which has allowed us to build our asset base to $3.1 million from $228,000 7 years ago.
I am especially proud of the organisation that has been built and the people that make it work and with your ongoing support we will continue to successfully meet all current and future challenges as we strive on multiple levels to prevent the extinction of koalas in Port Stephens and provide veterinary care to multiple wildlife species.
Biography
Trained as an electrical Fitter Mechanic with Prospect County Council Sydney
Diploma of Education with University of Newcastle – secondary school teacher in Industrial Arts
Managing director of my own Electrical and Security company for last 38 years and employed up to 8 people
Landcare volunteer
Host for exchange students over a period of 6 years
Election Statement
Joined PSK late 2018 with my wife Heidi prior to hospital being built. Have had the privilege being able to train with various supervisors and veterinary staff. I am a trained carer and almost a supervisor.
I enjoy seeing the progress that is happening with PSK and the enthusiasm of the volunteers and staff.
I am a retired Air Force Wing Commander, having served for 45 years. I have a Cert IV in Training and Assessment, a degree in Information Technology from CQU and I am also a trained Lead Auditor specialising in Aviation Safety.
As a PSKH volunteer I am a Plantation team member, Support Carer, Rescue and Triage team member, the PSKH Training Officer and I have been a Director since Oct 2022.
My wife, Jen, and I have been married for 43 years and we have three grown-up children and four grand-children. We have resided full-time in Port Stephens since 2016.
As a retired senior Air Force senior officer, I have experience with Defence boards related to the development of future capabilities and large acquisition projects. Although set in a military context these boards have the same fundamental responsibilities as any Board: providing strategic direction; providing the resources required; ensuring the organisation is run in accordance with its constitution and the law; ensuring that the organisation meets its obligations, manages its finances responsibly, and operates transparently; and representing the organisation to its members, stakeholders and the wider community.
As a Board member I will have the following goals:
My background is as an administrator of sporting organisations over a period of more than 45 years and a sole trader of a successful business for the past 24 years. My interest in seeking a position on the Board of Directors of PSKH lies solely in the survival of koalas. I completed my induction in May 2017 (attending to koalas in the homes of volunteers) and have attended twice weekly as a support carer at the koala hospital since mid-October 2017.
As a Director of PSKH, I will complete all tasks asked of me and I will assist in implementing “best practice” in all facets of the organisation.
