Meet the dedicated Board of Directors that are at the heart of Dundaloo
Belinda Crossingham
Chairperson
Chairperson, Belinda Crossingham has
extensive experience across several
industry sectors. She has held roles as a
Funeral Director, Medical Practice
Manager specializing in dental services, and
General Manager in tech/software
development. As a Business Development
Manager for a civil engineering firm, she
drives growth and builds partnerships. A
proud Taree local, Belinda is dedicated to
her community, volunteering with the Cycle
Club and supporting charities, embodying
her passion for connection and
employment.
Paul De Szell
Vice Chairperson
Paul brings extensive experience in community services, leadership, and governance, with a career spanning across local government, community organisations, and sporting bodies. He began his professional journey in the Great Lakes area before relocating to Canberra, where he spent 11 years developing his expertise in public service and community engagement.
Matt Fawcett
Director
Vice Chairperson, Matt Fawcett has been an active member of the board since 2017 and has served as chairperson for several years. Outside of his board involvement, Matt owns and operates a successful insurance brokerage with two offices located along the Mid Coast. He is deeply passionate about enhancing the lives of individuals living with disabilities in the region and is committed to creating a positive change and fostering inclusion for this community.
Anke de Reuver
Director
Anke de Reuver is a retired Taree High teacher, who holds Diplomas in Design and Education, blending creativity and expertise to support diverse needs. Since joining Dundaloo's board in 2017, she is committed to the ongoing strategic direction for the organisation. Anke's collaborative approach and understanding of vulnerable groups' needs ensure the organisation fosters inclusive, supportive environments. Her commitment to community development and inclusion plays a pivotal role in shaping Dundaloo's future
Kyle Brown
Treasurer
Kyle Brown has been an accountant in the local area for 10 years. Growing up in the Manning Valley, he's passionate about community projects. Kyle has served on the Taree Leagues Club and Manning Valley Race Club. Since 2019. He's raised over $50,000 for Movember and volunteers in local sports. His strong desire for Dundaloo to remain a key community asset was a major factor in his appointment to the board.
Lyn Boylan
Director
Lyn Boylan was born and raised in Sydney, relocating to the Manning Valley in her early 30s. She worked in the NSW public health system for over 45 years, retiring in January 2022. In her management roles, Lyn focused on strategic planning, performance, and evaluation, specializing in innovative primary and community health services to meet the needs of rural communities in the area.
Sally Mulligan
Director
Sally Mulligan has over 25 years of leadership experience in the software-as-a-service and financial sectors. She has led transformative initiatives in operational excellence, market expansion, and value creation, most recently as head of Morgan Stanley at Work APAC. Sally has served on the boards of the Sydney Breast Cancer Foundation, Solium Capital (Australia), and Shareworks Japan K.K. Having grown up in Old Bar, Sally has recently returned to the Manning Valley with her family and is excited to contribute to the development and growth of Dundaloo.
Aileen Challinor
Director
Aileen joins the Board with over 20 years of experience in law, governance, and risk management across the corporate, education, and construction sectors. A qualified lawyer with more than six years of direct board service, she brings a deep commitment to ethical leadership. With strong ties to the Mid North Coast, Aileen is passionate about supporting our mission to empower local communities.
Dave Cusack
Director
Dave brings over 10 years of experience in relationship management, procurement, and strategic operations to the Board. His extensive background in the Not-for-Profit sector includes a decade-long tenure at Compassion Australia, where he specialized in facilities and procurement lifecycle management. With a professional history spanning the fleet, insurance, and facilities sectors, Dave has a proven track record of optimizing high-value partnerships for organizations such as Suncorp and Home in Place.
Interested in joining our Board?
We welcome expressions of interest from people who share our commitment to one community for all abilities. The online application takes about 15 minutes.