Dave Bateman
Dave started with the Bass Coast Landcare Network in 2007 and has since worked in numerous roles. Dave's current role is Executive General Manager and Landcare Facilitator. Dave also manages key agency partnerships and supports Powlett Project, Bass Valley, Anderson Inlet groups. Dave brings a wealth of experience in delivery of large scale Revegetation and Remnant Protection projects. Dave also prides himself on developing strong relationships with the farmers and agency and government staff he deals with.
Dave Bateman Executive General Manager/ Facilitator 0488 399 151 david.bateman@basscoastlandcare.org.au |
CHERYL MARCHANT
With over 40 years experience in bookkeeping services, Cheryl brings a wealth of knowledge along with a keen eye for detail. She has been involved in the Network’s bookkeeping for over 14 years and her role also covers payroll and assistance in the People, Culture & Capability area, as well as bookkeeping for three other Landcare groups.
Cheryl Marchant Finance Coordinator and People, Culture & Capability Officer cheryl.marchant@basscoastlandcare.org.au |
Robbie Gray
Robbie started with BCLN in 2007, heading the newly formed Works Crew, and has since expanded the Ecosystem Services Portfolio to over a dozen staff. In the mid 2010’s Robbie established the River Garden at Bass (farm diversification trials and community garden) and the BCLN Plant Nursery with its core group of committed volunteers and staff. In 2019 the Invasive Species team was added, headed by a BCLN trainee from 2012. Robbie also manages and contributes to projects and partnerships which cover carbon sequestration, threatened species, and regenerative and climate resilient agriculture. Completing a Bachelor of Science at Melbourne University in 2000, and with 20 years of natural resource management experience in Victoria and Central Australia, Robbie is committed to environmental conservation.
Robbie Gray Ecosystem Services Manager 0448 386 724 robbie.gray@basscoastlandcare.org.au |
JOEL GEOGHEGAN
Joel started with the Bass Coast Landcare Network in 2005 and has since worked in numerous roles. Joel’s current role is team leader of the Sustainable Agriculture Program. Joel also manages key agency partnerships and supports French Island and 3 Creeks Landcare Groups.
Joel brings to the Network communication and management skills, as well as his ability to establish a strong rapport with the landcare community and partners. Joel Geoghegan Team Leader- Sustainable Agriculture 0409 705 652 joel.geoghegan@basscoastlandcare.org.au |
Lisa Wangman
Lisa's current role is Education, Training and Communications Manager where she fulfills her passion for educating and encouraging students, individuals and communities to reduce their environmental impacts. Lisa has worked for Landcare in Bass Coast since 2003, in numerous roles for our groups and Network, where she has gained valuable experience and skills in the design, development and management of a wide range of education, training and environmental projects. Lisa has strong skills in event management, community engagement and communications, which she also uses to drive the development and ongoing management of the River Garden Community education site in Bass.
Lisa Wangman Education, Training and Communications Manager 0409 366 914 lisa.wangman@basscoastlandcare.org.au |
Anna BRAylEY
Anna realised her desire for a career in the environmental field in 2017, while doing a 6-month stint with the Bass Coast Green Army group. After this project wrapped up, she started working casually for BCLN on the Works Crew, and was offered a full-time traineeship, which she completed in mid-2019. Anna now works in the Landcare office in an admin role. Anna has a strong connection to the local area, being a fifth generation Phillip Islander, and has a rich family history in agriculture.
Anna Brayley Communications and Administration Assistant anna.brayley@basscoastlandcare.org.au |
Jye Andersen
Jye began his career with BCLN in 2017, when he completed a work placement with us as part of his Environmental Science degree at Deakin University. He continued to work with BCLN on the Works Crew whilst completing his degree and in 2019, started a new role as Natural Resource Manager Project Officer. Jye now oversees our NRM portfolio, as NRM Project Coordinator and Landcare Facilitator, working closely with community groups and landholders on on-ground projects, such as revegetation, weed control, wildlife monitoring and mangrove restoration.
Jye Andersen Natural Resource Management Project Officer 0407 529 706 jye.andersen@basscoastlandcare.org.au |
Luke Phillips
Luke started with Bass Coast Landcare Network in 2015 as a trainee, completing his Certificate 3 in Conservation and Land Management with Landcare. Growing up spending his weekends in Kilcunda, Luke's passion for the environment and its conservation was profound from a young age, and has continued on today, now working as a Natural Resource Management Project Officer.
Luke Phillips Natural Resource Management Project Officer 0437 011 638 luke.phillips@basscoastlandcare.org.au |
Joel Kilgour
Joel started his career with BCLN on the works crew in 2018 before moving to Melbourne to finish his bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science – Management and Sustainability. Having grown up in Kilcunda, he soon moved home after graduation taking up a role on the works crew once again. Since then, he has moved into the NRM team and is now also our Indigenous Liaison Officer, responsible for managing revegetation and weed control projects while also being the key contact between the Bunurong Land Council and BCLN. Joel draws his inspiration from all of our committed volunteers and is also the Chair of Gippsland Intrepid Landcare.
Joel Kilgour Natural Resource Management Project Officer 0456 868 789 joel.kilgour@basscoastlandcare.org.au |
Aaron Stephens
Aaron joined BCLN in 2021 on the works crew, before pursuing his passion in pest animal control with the Invasive Species Team. Equipped with a Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science and extensive industry experience, Aaron now heads up our Invasive Species Team as Coordinator, working in and around local environments to protect our threatened wildlife and ecosystems from introduced pests.
Aaron Stephens Invasive Species Coordinator 0456 390 423 aaron.stephens@basscoastlandcare.org.au |
Jack Harriss
Jack began working with BCLN in 2021 after making the move from Melbourne. Having completed a Bachelor of Environmental Science at Deakin University, he was thrilled to join the team. Jack is now an Invasive Species Officer and is committed to growing the Invasive Species Team, as well as achieving positive environmental outcomes for the flora and fauna on the beautiful Bass Coast.
Jack Harriss Invasive Species Officer 0459 041 137 jack.harriss@basscoastlandcare.org.au |
Justin Smith
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Stevie Wynen
As well as working on our Works Crew, Stevie is also the Nursery Manager, spending her Fridays working alongside a devoted group of volunteers to grow plants for future planting projects. Stevie is passionate about the environment, studying Environmental Science at Uni before moving into her position at Landcare.
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Dani Carr
Dani has always had a strong connection to the natural environment, feeling happiest amongst nature. She grew up in the Yarra Valley, and completed a Bachelor of Arts, majoring in Behavioural Science and then a Bachelor of Science, majoring in Zoology and Conservation Biology. She worked as a Zoo Keeper at Healesville Sanctuary, a highlight being breeding endangered species and releasing them in the wild! After moving to the Bass Coast, she worked for Phillip Island Nature Parks, and is now on the BCLN Works Crew and also working in the Nursery, enjoying directly making a positive impact on our land. Living on a farm, Dani is proud to revegetate sections each year for our native wildlife.
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Mark Rowe
After working with the Bass Coast Landcare Network for 6 years, Mark is currently our Works Crew Supervisor. Having grown up in the Bass Coast area in a farming family, Mark has plenty of on-ground experience in land management. He enjoys working in a team environment, and loves working in the outdoors in a physically active job.
Mark Rowe Works Crew Coordinator 0437 000 990 mark.rowe@basscoastlandcare.org.au |
Bill Barry
Bill started with the Works Crew in 2021, and soon became second-in-charge. Bill grew up on a dairy farm in Loch, managing the farm up until starting with BCLN. He loves the outdoors and the environment, and has a passion for exercise.
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Bailey Andersen
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Logan Tilbury
Logan is currently studying his Certificate 3 in Conservation and Ecosystem Management. Logan has lived locally all his life with a strong affiliation with the community, working on the Crew since 2021. He enjoys the Works Crew atmosphere and being outdoors.
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Paul Micallef
Having previously worked as a landscaper, Paul now works on the BCLN Works Crew. Paul has always loved the outdoors, spending his spare time paragliding, he enjoys working with the Crew on various projects.
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Fraser West
Fraser is in the second year of his traineeship with BCLN, studying his Certificate 3 in Conservation and Ecosystems Management. He has lived locally all his life, being heavily involved in local sporting clubs and completing all his schooling in Wonthaggi. He enjoys doing his part for the environment while being outdoors as part of a team.
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Santo Joma
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Billie Sammonds
Billie is in the first year of her traineeship studying Certificate 3 in Conservation and Ecosystems Management. She is enjoying learning about the land and plants, while being outdoors being part of a team. Billie has lived locally all her life and completed Year 12 at Wonthaggi Secondary College.
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Corey Green
Corey has been with the Works Crew since 2021. Corey has a keen interest in local stage productions where he has had many leading roles.
Corey has lived and worked locally all his life and enjoys the Works Crew dynamics and making a difference for the environment. |
James Wilkinson
James has joined us from Indigenous Design where he worked for the previous 9 years. James is a qualified arborist with an abundance of skills and knowledge.
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Grace Mattingly
Grace began working with us at the start of 2023. She joined us from Narkbundah Nursery where she completed her Certificate 3 in Horticulture. Grace enjoys spending time outdoors and loves the environment.
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Ty Hamilton
Ty has a background in cabinet making, living and working locally all his life.
Ty joined us towards the end of 2022. He has a real passion for helping and encouraging others and loves the outdoors. |
Antoine Bahuth
Antoine is currently studying his Bachelor of Environmental Science, specialising in Environmental Management and Conservation. He has a background working at the Wonthaggi Desalination Plant. Antoine started working with us in early 2023.
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Eli RichardsEli is in the first year of his traineeship studying Certificate 3 in Conservation and Ecosystems Management. Eli has lived locally all his life and is heavily involved in local sporting clubs. He enjoys learning about the land and plants, while being outdoors being part of a team.
Eli has a background in cabinet making. |
