Martin Turrell grew up in North West Brisbane and has been engaged in the local community in one way or another for over 40 years. He understands the importance of community organisations and services and seeks to support the operations of Picabeen through participation on the Management Committee. Martin has been a member of the Management Committee for 4 years and has been President since 2014. Martin also assists volunteer Anna Gillbard with policy reviews.
A previous employee at Picabeen, Martin is very familiar with the association’s aims and objectives and aware of the challenges faced by staff and volunteers. With the growing demands on services and the increasing diversity of needs within the community, resources and finances are stretched thin yet the staff and volunteers at Picabeen continue to provide high level support and services that reduce the burdens faced by many in our community. Martin wishes to acknowledge this effort and hopes to assist through his participation on the committee.
Bronwyn joined Picabeen in 2018. Currently Bronwyn works at TAFE QLD in a teaching role and has international Community Development experience. She has worked with socially disadvantaged children and women, particularly in the areas of education and empowerment.
Stuart grew up on a farm in South Australia and attended a Boarding School in Adelaide for his secondary education prior to gaining a Degree in Mechanical Engineering at the South Australian Institute of Technology.
After nine years working in private industry in manufacturing, Stuart worked for the Federal Department of Transport in Adelaide for four years before transferring to Brisbane, where he spent 12 years working as an Engineer / Project manager for what became the Australian Maritime Safety Authority. During that time he completed his Masters degree in Business Administration.
In 2004 Stuart bought into a Bookkeeping franchise, which he owned and operated for 16 years. He obtained a Certificate IV in Financial Services (Bookkeeping) and was a Registered BAS Agent until July 2021.
Stuart has been involved in various not-for-profit community organisations over many years, including Pine Rivers Municipal Brass Band (30+ years, currently Treasurer), The Hills & Districts Chamber of Commerce (16+ years, currently Treasurer), an Aged Care and Community Services organisation employing more than 1500 staff (11 years on the Council including 2 years as Chair, currently a member of the Finance, Audit and Risk Management Committee).
Luke is currently completing a Bachelor of Law. He has a background as a youth worker in a variety of workplaces, including residentials, homelessness and mental health. Luke is now working in youth justice, legal education and policy reform roles. He looks forward to a career in law in which he will be able to represent young people. Luke has been on the Picabeen’s Management Committee since early 2020. The work that Picabeen does is vitally important to the community and Luke is honoured to be able to contribute.
Zac is a Business Development graduate from TAFE with a long-standing entrepreneurial spirit. From trading Pokémon cards for cash as a child to launching multiple ventures. One of his key endeavours includes professional video editing, where he has collaborated with a diverse range of clients in the film and media space.
In addition to his creative and technical strengths, Zac brings valuable governance experience from co-founding a partnership-based start-up and he is keen to further this experience in a community setting at Picabeen.
Being under 25 years, Zac also brings a young person’s perspective to the management committee
Tamika grew up in Brisbane and has a strong understanding of the challenges faced by young people and families within the community. Having received support from local community organisations during her upbringing, Tamika experienced the lasting impact that positive and compassionate support can have on individuals. This has motivated her to give back and contribute to the wellbeing of others through her work and community involvement.
Tamika has completed a Diploma of Child, Youth and Family Intervention and is currently employed within the community sector, where she continues to expand her knowledge and experience. She is passionate about creating positive change and supporting individuals to overcome barriers and build brighter futures. Through her participation on the Management Committee, Tamika hopes to contribute her lived experience, professional insight, and commitment to community development in support of Picabeen’s ongoing work
22 Hoben Street
Mitchelton Qld 4053
Phone: 07 3354 2555
Email: info@picabeen.org.au
Youth Team: youthteam@picabeen.org.au – Phone: 0408 0018 82
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