Executive NRM Officer

Moving from Perth to a local farm in Lake Toolbrunup, Freya has a strong passion for the environment and sustainable agriculture. Since studying a Bachelor of Science & Natural Resource Management (Bsc). Previously Freya has worked in Tucson, Arizona with the National Park Service as a Research Technician and in Perth as an Environmental Consultant (indoor environments) for QED Environmental.

Freya wants to support our community to continue to achieve outstanding environmental and agricultural outcomes by developing new industry relationships to peruse further on-ground resources in saltland pastures and ecological restoration. Freya is also passionate about bringing the environmental and agricultural achievements of our community to a wider audience. Believing strongly in bridging the gap between rural and urban communities, encouraging people to come together to invest in our land for a sustainable future for all Australians.

NRM Officer

Ash has always had an affinity for the natural world and a strong passion for the environment and the incredible diversity we share with it. This led her onto a pathway studying Conservation, Wildlife Biology and Animal Health, as well as volunteering her time at wildlife rehabilitation centres and on wildlife population monitoring projects. Eventually Ash found her way into the beautiful Great Southern region, taking on a role in project management with Gillamii, and managing a small farming property with her partner. Ash is passionate about servicing the communities environmental and productive agricultural needs, finding great joy in the variety of projects she manages. She is particularly passionate about bringing environmental education opportunities to the future generation, knowing just how important creating those early connections and values will be to the future of our environment.

Admin/Accounts

Agriculture is in her blood. Hilary was born and raised on a sheep and cattle property south of Mount Barker, and she combined this knowledge with her love for maths, completing a Bachelor of Commerce Accounting major to then work in a rural public practice accounting firm for ten years. While taking a short break from the workforce to raise her children Hilary has become more involved in the operations of her husband’s family farming enterprise and volunteering on committees for local community organisations.

Hilary brings a hands-on practical aspect to our team with her in-depth knowledge of agriculture, committee experience, and financial training. She is passionate about maintaining the natural assets to ensure they remain healthy and productive for future generations.