Meet the Executive

Michael has been heavily involved with Taree Old Bar Surf Life Saving Club since joining and gaining his Bronze Medallion in 2015, from a desire to give back to the Old Bar community. Taking on the role of Director of Finance from 2015 through to 2022, he has a strong knowledge of the club and is dedicated to fostering a spirit of community, teamwork and fun within the club.

An active patrol member who loves spending time on the beach and helping to grow the depth of membership and skills within the club.

Experience and Achievements:

• Director of Finance for Taree Old Bar SLSC 2015 - 2022. Helping to secure grants in excess of $1 Million for the club.
• Surf Life Saving NSW Administrator of the Year 2019.
• Current member of the NSW Flood Response Group including deployments to Brewarrina and Tasmania.
• Representing Australia and Surf Life Saving NSW at the United Kingdom Rescue Organisation Challenge in Portsmouth UK.

Amy brings extensive leadership and community experience to her role as Director of Member Services at Taree Old Bar Surf Life Saving Club. With a background spanning over 13 years in Employment Services and 3 years in the Public Service as a project manager, she has led teams across regional NSW and worked on large-scale community development programs with the NSW Government. 

A qualified professional with a Bachelor of Business (Human Resources), a Diploma of Project Management, Quality Management Certifications and Training & Assessment accreditations, Amy combines strong governance expertise with a passion for volunteer-driven community organisations. 

Since gaining her Bronze Medallion, Amy has been an active patroller and dedicated surf lifesaving volunteer. Serving as Director of Administration in 24/25, moving into Member Services for the 25/26 season, she is committed to building strong governance foundations for the Club, supporting its volunteers and members, and ensuring Taree Old Bar SLSC continues to thrive as both a community hub and a lifesaving service. 

Outside of surf lifesaving, Amy is actively involved in regional development initiatives, with a focus on strengthening communities, supporting local businesses, and creating opportunities for future generations. She loves SUP’ing, classic cars and travelling.