JODIE LOVELL
Program Manager – NSW Landcare Enabling Program
Jodie works alongside our Government Partners Local Land Services (LLS) to co-manage, co-design and co-deliver the NSW Landcare Program. Her role also works closely with the Joint Management Committee (comprising key Landcare and LLS staff) to steer the project direction and ensure that it is achieving its desired outcomes.
Jodie has extensive experience working with not-for-profits in the natural resource managment and public health sectors. Jodie holds a Bachelor of Business and Commerce, majoring in Communications and Finance. Jodie has worked with Landcare NSW in various roles since 2017. Jodie is passionate about the work she does supporting Landcare and it network of volunteers and coordinators across the state.
Phone: (02) 8339 4816
OLIVIA MEREDITH
Shared Services Hub Manager – NSW Landcare Enabling Program
Olivia is responsible for the delivery of the Shared Services Hub, providing support to Landcare Coordinators and groups across critical organisational elements such as administration, human resources, and accounting. She has extensive experience and knowledge as a Senior Business Manager and Director across television, print and online mediums including holding the position of Head of Design for SBS Television, owning her own Design and Branding Consultancy with clients such as Art Gallery of NSW, Sydney Living Museums, Channel Seven, Channel Nine, ABC and running Marketing and Communications Departments across NSW Health and local government.
Olivia’s passion is agriculture and she has a farm where she breeds Scottish Highland Cows, Alpacas and sheep. She is currently studying a Degree in Agriculture majoring in Sustainability and Animal Production and also Cert 4 in Wool Classing.
Phone: (02) 8339 4816
(Located in the Greater Sydney region)
DEN BARBER
Aboriginal Partnerships Manager – NSW Landcare Enabling Program
Den Barber is the Aboriginal Partnerships Manager for the NSW Landcare Program. His role is to deliver the ‘Working Together’ component which focuses on building relationships, awareness, capacity and understanding of Indigenous sustainable land management practices, and integration of Indigenous values into Landcare principles and teachings. His work will support further connection and partnerships between Landcare groups and Aboriginal communities, co-designed and led by First Nations people.
Den has held senior positions working for NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service and Local Land Services over 18 years which involved direct engagement with Aboriginal communities through liaison, consultation and project management. Den has a passion for Aboriginal Culture, Country and Community development and has worked with a diverse range of people and interest groups about Aboriginal cultural practices and knowledge sharing experiences.
Phone: (02) 8339 4816
Mobile: 0401 442 232
(Located in the Greater Sydney region)
SUSIE DUNN
ADMINISTRATION OFFICER – NSW Landcare Enabling Program
Susie is employed as General Administration Officer within the NSW Enabling Program, based on Ngurabul land in Northern NSW.
Susie has lived and worked in rural and remote locations in WA, the Northern Territory and QLD. She settled in Northern NSW to raise her family and worked in the community services sector of Glen Innes Severn Council for 15 years. Following this, Susie was employed by NSW Meals on Wheels as a Network Consultant for 7 years and more recently as the Consumer Engagement Coordinator for Older Person’s Advocacy Network (OPAN). Susie has worked in both direct service and leadership roles for the past 22 years and her qualifications include a Diploma Social Science (Child Studies), Graduate Certificate Gerontology, Master of Gerontology and Bachelor Business Agricultural Economics (12 units).
Susie is passionate about community and has had a lifelong interest in the environment, organic agriculture and sustainable land management. Susie lives with her husband on a small property outside of Glen Innes. She has two adult children and is happiest when surrounded by family, with her hands in the dirt, and a few animals around her.
Phone: (02) 8339 4816
(Located in the Northern Tablelands region)
PETER PIGOTT
State Community of Practice Manager – NSW Landcare Enabling Program
In his role as the State Community of Practice Manager, Peter plays a critical role in the Program, and is responsible for the delivery of the biennial State Landcare Conference and Program State Gathering. He works closely with regions to deliver Regional Community of Practice events ensuring the development in capacity, capability and resources of Landcare Networks and Groups in NSW. The coordinator is a conduit between Regional Landcare Groups and Landcare NSW.
Peter returns to Landcare after four years working in disaster recovery and helping build capacity to work more collaboratively. Peter was Regional Landcare Facilitator with Local Land Services in the South East region for 15 years and brings his experience with local and regional communities of practice and events to the role. As a founding board member of Intrepid Landcare, he also brings committee and youth engagement experience.
Peter lives on Dharawal Country in Berry and makes time to help Berry Landcare out with working bees.
(Located South East Region, on Dharawal Country)
Phone: (02) 8339 4816
AMAAN AHMED
Digital Coordinator – NSW Landcare Enabling Program
As a Digital Coordinator, Amaan bridges IT and business goals, ensuring successful project completion and maintenance.
Amaan holds a Master’s degree in Computer Applications and a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce.
Having worked for Deloitte and the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW), Amaan brings with him a blend of technical expertise and corporate acumen.
In his previous role with the DCCEEW as a Business Operations Analyst, Amaan was responsible for performance reporting of the project to various audiences, both public and internal. This role helped him gain understanding of the different programs managed by the Biodiversity Conservation Trust.
He plays a crucial role in Landcare NSW by driving innovation and operational efficiency through the successful implementation of tech solutions.
Mobile: 0416 358 654
(Located in the Greater Sydney region)
MARNI HOLDEN
Acting GENERAL MANAGER
Marni is acting in a General Manager role to provide the team with leadership and operational direction. Her experience in governance, communications, together with her operational knowledge serves to strategically support the team and the Board.
Marni also provides oversight to organisational communications with the support of the Communications and Admin Officer; along with the coordination of governance for the LNSW Board of Directors and State Advisory Council.
Her primary focus is to support the organisation with leadership for the team and oversight on delivering communications and governance requirements, by implementing best practices and supporting organisational compliance.
She has several years as a Communications Program Manager in the Government sector and has worked in various media Broadcasting organisations in Australia and the UK. With qualifications in Business Management, Project Management, Graphic Design and certifications in Governance; IAP2 – Stakeholder Engagement; Neuro Linguistic programming (NLP); and is a trained Life Coach.
Marni grew up in Far North QLD on a self sustained property, and has travelled extensively internationally but now prefers cooler climates closer to home like Snowy Mountains and New Zealand. She is very passionate about our environment, resource preservation and animal protection.
(Part time)
Phone: (02) 8339 4816
(Located in the Central Coast Region on Darkinjung Country)
KIMBERLY OMODEI
COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR
Kimberly is an accomplished Project Manager and Brand Marketer, with extensive experience in overseeing marketing strategies and project execution for a diverse range of clients. She excels in marketing communications, brand development, and client acquisition.
A passionate gardener and advocate for preserving Australia’s beautiful native flora and fauna, Kimberly combines her professional skills with a strong commitment to environmental sustainability.
With a proven track record of successfully managing complex projects and driving brand growth, Kimberly supports the Landcare NSW team as Communications Coordinator and works closely with the wonderful Landcare members and volunteers to bring attention to their vital conservation work.
(Part time)
Phone: (02) 8339 4816
(Located in the Greater Sydney region)
KIM SCHWINDKE
Administrative Officer
Kim works alongside our communications, project and leadership teams as an Administrative Officer supporting operational matters.
Prior to joining Landcare NSW, Kim worked as a management consultant for over eight years, supporting NGOs, NFPs, and science and research organisations in navigating change.
Currently studying Marine Biology & Climate Change at the University of Technology in Sydney, Kim also holds a Master’s degree in HR Management and a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology.
Outside of university and work, Kim brings a strong passion for wildlife conservation and animal rescue, and volunteers for local and international conservation organisations.
Having recently returned from an expedition to Antarctica, Kim is now dedicating her life and career to creating awareness about human impacts on our environment, and helping to enable communities successfully create a more sustainable future.
(Part time)
Phone: (02) 8339 4816
(Located in the Greater Sydney region)
JASMIN REA
ACCOUNTANT
Jasmin holds a Master Degree in commerce majoring in professional accounting with CPA. Her role is to support the finance team in Landcare NSW and provide accurate quantitative information on financial position while ensuring compliant with all tax regulations. She is responsible for managing all accounting transactions, handling monthly, quarterly and annual closings, and ensures the quality and accuracy of the finance records.
Part time (Monday to Thursday)
Phone: (02) 8339 4816
(Located in the Greater Sydney region)
KATIE CALDWELL
Project Manager
Katie’s role as Project Manager is to deliver multiple projects that increase partnerships and build on the achievements of Landcare across NSW.
She come to Landcare NSW after previously working as a Local Landcare Coordinator for the Murrumbidgee Inc and before that as a Project Officer for Holbrook Landcare where she assisted in developing the Murray/Riverina Ecological Fire Recovery Strategy.
She aims to utilise her experience of delivering Landcare led projects at the ground level to help guide her in her project management role at Landcare NSW.
(Part Time)
Phone: (02) 8339 4816
(Located in the South East region)
SUZANNE PRITCHARD
Program Manager, Private Land Conservation Matters
Suzanne Pritchard serves as the Project Manager for the Private Land Conservation Matters program with the Biodiversity Conservation Trust, aiming to synergize landholders with conservation covenants and the Landcare community, thus enhancing biodiversity and amplifying the significance of landholder agreements.
A dedicated conservationist and lifelong landcarer, Suzanne’s legacy includes managing the 6-year “$250,000 Threatened Species Last Stand on the Coal Point Peninsula” project with the Coal Point Progress Association.
Her tenure with Trees In Newcastle (TIN) epitomized versatility. From securing funding for on-ground projects to devising TIN’s communication blueprint.
Her association with the Australian Association of Bush Regenerators (AABR) further elevated her commitment to conservation.
At Lake Macquarie City Council, her contributions laid the foundations for Lake Macquarie Landcare, streamlined processes, enhanced educational outreach, and fostered community events, reinforcing Landcare community ties.
In 2021, she ventured into fieldwork as a Casual bush regenerator with BARRC. Her academic pursuits encompass leadership courses, digital strategy training and degrees in Biology and Communications.
Suzanne Pritchard’s career paints a vivid picture of her dedication to land care, conservation, and an unwavering focus on community engagement.
(Part time)
Phone: (02) 8339 4816
(Located in the Hunter Region)
PETER DIXON
Advisor Partnerships and Major Grants
Peter works part time for Landcare NSW, around his volunteer and other work. His role is to work on developing and improving working relationships and collaborations with government organisations and to help ensure the Landcare NSW and Landcarers can not only access grant funds but that grant funded projects are delivered well.
He has 35 years experience in ecological management, bush regeneration, community engagement, education and training, catchment management, program design and grant program management.
Peter previously led the NSW Environmental Trust, the NSW Floodplain Management Grants Program and the NSW Coastal and Estuary Grants Program. As the major external funder to community, NGO and local council environmental management programs in NSW, he gained a detailed understanding of the needs and constraints of grantees and was instrumental in developing programs to meet the needs of applicants and the environment.
He also previously led the Sydney Metropolitan Catchment Management Authority and worked extensively in the Sydney region as a Landcare/Bushcare facilitator and a bush regenerator. In his voluntary capacity, Peter is a Landcarer on the Mid North Coast on NSW and is currently President of the Australian Association of Bush Regenerators.
(Part time)
Phone: (02) 8339 4816
(Located in the Mid Coast region)