Bio: Kathy was once a roving ABC journalist and broadcaster and is now a strategic communications and engagement professional with 15 years’ experience across government bodies, community and not-for-profit organisations. Her background includes sustainable agriculture, marine science, water, conservation and food systems.

During her five years at Trust for Nature, including as a member of the executive team, she helped strengthen support for conservation across Victoria through partnerships, fundraising and community engagement.

Outside of work, she helps manage a conservation covenant in the Port Phillip district and is involved in local Landcare projects focused on protecting and restoring habitat for threatened species, including the wonderful Southern Brown Bandicoot.