Windana is grateful for the support of our longstanding patron Dame Elisabeth Murdoch. We also wish to acknowledge the contribution of past patron Hazel Hawke.
Windana's work is overseen by a committed Board that has undertaken training in al aspects of Governance. Board meetings are held monthly with an AGM scheduled in November of each year.
Windana Board Member Profiles
Rebecca Smith (President)
Board Commencement Date 1999
With qualifications including Registered Nurse, Diploma of Welfare, and Associate Diploma Human Services Management, Rebecca has worked in management capacity in a number of health and community service organisations over 30 years. Currently self employed as a project consultant, Rebecca has strong skills in program development.
On a personal level, Rebecca is committed to Social justice in general and to Drug and alcohol issues in particular. She has participated in voluntary roles including board membership of St Kilda Community Health Centre, Preston Girls High School, Community Childcare Inc., and Yarralea Children's Centre.
Anthony Rodwell-Ball (Treasurer)
Board Commencement Date 2003
Financial, commercial and general management across a range of industries have formed Anthony's professional career. His particular skills lie in the area of financial management and commercial management. Anthony is interested in business re-engineering, process improvement, compliance and governance.
As a volunteer in not for profit organisations, Anthony has been actively involved with Lifeline, The Meniere's Support Group and Royal Victorian Institute for the Blind.
Jenny Gillam (Secretary)
Board Commencement Date 2002
Jenny has a background in management including roles as Regional Manager for Department of Employment, Education and Training. Jenny is currently General Manager at Wallage Executive Recruitment. Amongst Jenny's skills are her strong knowledge of both public and private sector, Human Resources management and Executive recruitment and consulting skills.
Youth, family issues, drug and alcohol, and education are all areas of particular interest for Jenny.
Janine Scott
Board Commencement Date 2005
As Director of a Melbourne CBD based Public Relations company, Janine manages a range of client accounts including several blue chip corporations. Janine is passionate about excellent communications for her clients but she is also dedicated to social justice issues.
Recently Janine has lent her energies and services pro bono to the successful Streetsmart Helping the Homeless Campaign as well as playing a central role in co-ordinating the complete development of Windana communications strategies.
Des O'Connell
Board Commencement Date 1987
Des has a particular interest in the Windana Therapeutic Community where he was active in the planning, fundraising and building of Peter's Place – a mud brick building for the purpose of reflection and quiet meditation. His background of employment was as a Navy Officer and he holds qualifications in Finance Management, Aircraft Inspection and Architecture.
On a personal level, Des holds a strong commitment to alcohol and other drugs rehabilitation services.
Martin Kantor
Board Commencement Date 2001
Skills in photography and media have been central to Martin's career and personal life. He has worked as a photographer for The Australian before becoming Picture Editor. Later, Martin embarked upon a freelance career and more recently he has become a Gallery Owner and Director.
Of particular interest to Martin in his work at Windana is the area of treatment effectiveness and client care.
Sally Webster
Board Commencement Date July 2001
In addition to experience in research and television journalism, Sally has built a career in workers compensation law, litigation, and migration law. Her particular skills lie in the areas of law, management, research, people, communication and writing. Her legal practice is currently in the area of migration law.
Politics, drug and alcohol issues, government responsibility and social justice are all areas of great interest for Sally. In particular, apart from her work with Windana, Sally is actively committed to refugee issues
Peter Hay
Board Commencement Date 2004
Peter joined KPMG six years ago from ANZ where he was a senior manager with the Investment Bank. Peter has had over 30 years working in the financial markets including over 10 years at ANZ and over 10 years at merchant bank Capel Court.
Finance and superannuation expertise in particular compliance and risk management plans, strategic planning, business risk, fraud and corporate governance reviews, are all part of Peter's extensive skill set.
Terry Laidler
Board Commencement Date 2003
Terry has considerable skills in media and communications as evidenced by his experience as a Professor of Applied Communications and as an ABC Radio Presenter.
Terry has also worked extensively in practice as a Forensic Psychologist. He holds advisory and board positions with several peak bodies and organisations including: Forensicare, Adult Parole Board, Burnet Institute, VicRoads Board, Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal, and he is on the Ministerial Advisory Committee on Gay and Lesbian Health.
Strategic Planning, Communications and Issues Management are all areas of particular interest for Terry.
Suzy Walker
Board Commencement Date 1997
Using a combination of qualifications in Arts and office systems as well as skills in writing editing and media, Suzy has built a career largely in the fields of media and advertising. Her work has included a role as Development Manager, Cabinet Office, London UK. Suzy has worked as a Media Supervisor, Clemenger/OMD and Client Service Manager, Universal McCann.
In addition to her work on the Board at Windana, Suzy has also been involved with The Mirabel Foundation.