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Aaron moved to the Margarer River region from his native New Zealand where he was working as the General Manager of Conservation Volunteers New Zealand for a decade. He  completed a Masters of Environmental Management and held various leadership roles for Conservation Volunteers – including as the state manager in Western Australia – before taking the helm as General Manager in New Zealand. He has a passion for nature, conservation and people, and loves hiking and surfing in his spare time. Aaron is excited about helping to boost outcomes for the unique and special environment in the Margaret River region in his role as CEO at Nature Conservation.

Cass’ many talents and skills are spread in several roles and projects across Nature Conservation, including as Program Manager and Biodiversity Officer coordinating our biodiversity assessments for land holders. She has more than two decacdes experience working in environmental management with a focus on waterway and bushland assessment, protection and restoration. Cass has previously been the coordinator of Nature Conservation when it was called the Cape to Cape Catchments Group, and has authored the Boodjidup, Wilyabrup and Quinninup river action plans. She brings a wealth of experience in the Capes landscape and the community.

Trev spent two decades as a journalist covering state and national news for newspapers across Australia. He did stints as a London-based travel writer, worked at an animal rehabilitation centre in the Costa Rican jungles, and is a surf-travel magazine correspondent. Trev fell in love with Margaret River’s epic nature, incredible biodiversity and raw Indian Ocean. At Nature Conservation, he writes media releases, blog posts and new stories, shapes campaigns, posts on socials, looks after photography and the website, and keeps the community informed of the work we do. Trev alsdo guides on the Cape to Cape Track, runs the Edible Gardens Festival and teaches permaculture.

Lyndsey grew up and studied in the UK before moving to “Margs” in 2008, and wasted no time becoming a conservation volunteer. She soon became a Nature Conservation  staff member and worked on many projects over the years on weed control, biodiversity assessments, citizen science and threatened species. “I’m a big advocate for the power of good data to help us understand our impact on the natural world,” she says.  Lyndsey also works remotely in a data-led role for a UK greenspace organisation. “I feel incredibly lucky that I’ve been able to live in this amazing region for more than a decade and a half, and I’m proud of the impact our group has had over that time,” she says.

Lauren has dedicated most of her life to getting outdoors and exploring our wild spaces. For the past 20 years she’s worked with young people, from classrooms to the forests to the wild deserts. Lauren believes children and nature are natural partners, and delights in bringing them together, helping them to build understanding for and connections to our planet earth.  She holds an honours degree in environmental science, and a postgraduate in education. Her programs at Nature Conservation engage youth and the community become important caretakers of Wadandi Boodja. In her spare time, you’ll find her with her family in the ocean or in the garden.

Mandy has been protecting the beautiful local environment for two decades. Her first job out of uni was with the Cape to Cape Catchments Group, and nearly 20 years later she’s returned to the same group which is now Nature Conservation Margaret River Region. In between, she spent seven years working for the City of Busselton and for Meelup Regional Park. After taking time out to have kids, she volunteered with community groups and delved into “placemaking” (or community-led design creating vibrant places for people). You’ll also find Mandy exploring, learning, connecting, and being active in nature with her two energetic young boys.

Since dipping a toe into the environmental space as a koala ‘wrangler’ on Kangaroo Island, Ben has enjoyed developing his bushland conservation craft over 20 years across private, local and state government sectors. A seasoned native seed collector, he will often be out and about boring his kids with useless titbits in the hope they too will jump on the green bandwagon. With over a decade of environmental service provision in the South-west region, Ben has joined the biodiversity team to support the ongoing success of the Arum Lily Blitz. He’s a very welcome addition to the Nature Conservation team!

Chloe studied environmental science at Deakin University and spent three years teaching marine education in Victoria, while assisting with whale shark research in Mozambique, Africa — an experience that led her to WA’s Ningaloo Reef, where she worked in whale shark ecotourism. Chloe completed an Honours project in Marine Biology at UWA, investigating coral damage caused by snorkellers at Ningaloo. Passionate about marine conservation, she is dedicated to scientific curiosity, environmental stewardship, and connection between children and the ocean. She loves surfing, diving, hiking, camping, music, gardening, and spending time with her dog.

Hannah Weir (née Gulliver) is a passionate environmental professional driven by curiosity about the intricate connections in nature and how people can nurture them. A self-proclaimed nature nerd with a phone full of plant photos, she thrives on hiking and sharing her love of the natural world. Most recently ReWild Perth Program Manager at Perth NRM, Hannah led efforts to reconnect fragmented urban landscapes and empower communities as ecological stewards. With a background in restoration, citizen science, and community landcare, she now calls Margaret River home, where she is committed to deepening understanding and connection with the Wooditjup Bilya.

A key member of our Bush Regeneration Team, Nath loves every minute spent tackling environmental weeds, planting natives and restoring Margaret River’s forests and habitats. Originally from up north in Broome and Carnarvon, Nathan’s diverse career background—from fishing to construction—makes him appreciate the satisfaction of hands-on conservation work. He’s passionate about protecting the region’s nature, working in the bush, and being part of the local community he now calls home.

Jocelyn is passionate about protecting, educating about, and giving a bigger voice to the natural environment. She has 20+ years in outdoor education across Margaret River, Australia and internationally, and has worked extensively with native plants and in nursery management. Jocelyn loves sharing her knowledge and enthusiasm with others while connecting people to nature, and in her spare time she’s hiking, biking or at the beach. She also loves being part of a diverse, passionate team, saying, “Everyone cares—that’s what I love about working here.”

Originally from Kalbarri, Mia is stoked to now call Margaret River home, drawn by its forests, coastline, and countless hidden natural gems. Mia recently completed a Conservation and Land Management qualification and is eager to gain hands-on experience in protecting local ecosystems. She loves getting out in the bush, knowing she’s making a difference, however small, in preserving this beautiful region. When she’s not working, Mia enjoys hiking, diving, and surfing, fully embracing the natural wonders of the area she protects.