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Adrian is an experienced sport and recreation leader with over 25 years’ experience in community development, facility management, and strategic sector advocacy, driving inclusive, active, and connected communities across Australia.
Adrian’s belief is “Living what I lead” he is committed to an active, healthy lifestyle, outdoor adventure, and community sport. Staying active and encouraging others to be active.
Adrian is an experienced sport and recreation professional specialising in leadership, strategic planning, community development and sport facility management. A national board member and advocate for inclusive participation, Adrian has led major projects across local government, education, and the not-for-profit sector, championing policies and programs that promote active, connected communities. With extensive experience in the university sports sector and an MBA, he brings a unique blend of frontline experience and strategic insight to every role. Adrian is known for his collaborative leadership style, ability to drive sector-wide impact, and commitment to mentoring the next generation of sport and recreation professionals. He currently serves on national and state-level boards, influencing policy and practice across Australia.
Community engagement, leadership, strategic planning, master planning, education, not-for-profit, leisure facility management
University of Otago
DipSpRec – Diploma Sport and Recreation
Southern Cross University
MBA – Master of Business Administration
Dr lisahunter, from Monash University, brings four decades of ACHPER involvement spanning teaching, leadership and research. Their work champions equity, diversity and ecosocial justice in HPE, strengthening research partnerships, First Peoples-led initiatives, and collaboration across education and community sectors.
Hugh is a Senior Lecturer in Health and Physical Education at Queensland University of Technology, with extensive experience in teacher education, curriculum development, assessment moderation and school leadership. An ACHPER Fellow, he serves on state and national committees advancing health and physical education.
Dr Joe Scott is a Senior Lecturer in Health and Physical Education at University of the Sunshine Coast. His research focuses on designing and implementing innovative school and community strategies that empower young people to lead healthy, active lifestyles and reduce chronic disease risk.
As Chair of the Health Promoting Schools Committee, Melisa leads ACHPER’s engagement in health education. Drawing on her research, she understands educators’ challenges and aims to develop practical strategies that support effective health-promoting practices without increasing teacher workload
As CEO of Foodcore, Megan drives initiatives that leverage the power of nutrition to improve wellbeing, strengthen communities, and create healthier food environments. She is committed to increasing access to nutritious food and building the skills and confidence to prepare it for group both big and small, as well as families.
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