Who We Are

Emily joined Landcare NT in 2022 as Chief Executive Officer and has been focused on strengthening Landcare NT to mobilise and better support community landcare across the NT and ensure the long-term health of our environment for future generations.

Emily brings diverse skills and experience to Landcare NT, with a professional background in public health and community development, in particular working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities. She is fascinated by the reciprocal relationship between nature and humans; and passionate about improving the health of our natural environment through improving the health of our community.

Emily has been instrumental in rapidly growing the organisation, securing Australian and Territory government funding in her short time as CEO.

Emily can be contacted at [email protected] or 0476 516 631.

Tina became part of the Landcare NT team as the Communications and Membership Officer in 2022. Tina has worked across a range of industries including mental health, community development, environmental and cultural advocacy, and has lived and worked in remote communities across beautiful Central Australia. 

She is passionate about environmental and social advocacy, and loves using social media, writing, videography and photography to inspire others, share stories and to raise awareness. She holds a BA in Anthropology with studies in geography and ecology and later trained in Journalism/Photojournalism and Communications.

If you would like to learn more about Tina's role or share any news or stories for upcoming newsletters, please get in touch with her at [email protected].

Mike has joined the Landcare NT team as Project Manager for the Darwin Harbour Catchment Waterways Project. Mike is an experienced and passionate environmental management professional, with over 30 years' experience focusing primarily on biodiversity conservation and other natural resource management.

Mike is working closely with local ecology experts, Larrakia traditional land and water management groups and local Landcare groups to develop strategies and action plans that will help improve the health of priority waterways including Rapid Creek, Ludmilla Creek, Sandy Creek (within Casuarina Coastal Reserve) and Mitchell Creek.

Anyone who is interested in engaging in the Darwin Catchment Waterways Project is welcome to get in touch with Mike at [email protected].

Donni joined our team as a passionate communications volunteer, and quickly became an invaluable asset stepping into the role of Project Officer/Coordinator for the Flora, Fauna and Biodiversity Science Education Project.

With a background in rural journalism and teaching, Donni brings her passion for protecting and preserving Australia’s unique environments and is an avid believer in promoting and educating to create an understanding of the importance of sustainable land management and conservation. 

Donni is currently helping to coordinate and deliver the second semester of the Flora, Fauna and Biodiversity Science Education Program to Litchfield and Palmerston primary schools and can be contacted at [email protected].

Britt has come on board as the Community Engagement and Development Officer to help support the delivery of Landcare NT services and key projects. Britt brings her expertise as a trans disciplinary maker and creative producer working across the creative, government and community sectors. Collaborating with artists, communities and other partners in the NT she has produced local projects that are unique to the Territory and foster community connection.

Britt's focus with Landcare NT is forming collaborations with local environmental experts, educators and a broad range of community stakeholders to deliver knowledge sharing and capacity building activities and events. Britt is also working closely with the Darwin Harbour Catchment Waterways Project to help engage the wider community and key stakeholders in the planning, education and implementation of co-developed initiatives.

To learn more about Britt's community engagement work with Landcare NT get in touch at [email protected].

Andrew has worked for over thirty years in diverse roles supporting community development and empowerment including in Australian First Nations land and water use and management, international development, participatory program monitoring and evaluation, program quality management, and organisational change management. He brings significant experience in cross-cultural leadership, including in strategy development and execution, operations, human resource management and financial management.

Andrew has had a strong personal and professional interest in Landcare throughout his life in the NT, where he has lived intermittently since 1988, mostly in Alice Springs. His current interests are in sustainable management of our land and waters and better acknowledgement of the importance of First Nation’s traditional knowledge in natural resource management.

Emily has enjoyed her last year as Secretary of Landcare NT and seeing an exciting period of growth for the Management Committee and the organisation. She is looking forward to continuing to contribute proactively and strategically to the role. 

In 2024 Emily undertook training to enhance her skills and professional network across the sector and with representatives on other Australian boards. She is keen to continue implementing these learnings to enhance the activities of the Management Committee.

Norbu works as a Sustainability Officer with a background in environmental management. He has joined the Landcare NT Management Committee so that he can contribute to Landcare NT's mission of advocating for sustainable use of land and other resources for the long-term health of the environment in the NT which aligns with his career aspirations and skills. 

In the past, Norbu has managed projects, facilitated research and taught environmental science courses to the students.  

Annie has qualifications and a strong background in environmental management as well as career experience in risk and governance management. Annie brings extensive experience as a Board Member, including as the Chair of Landcare NT for the past 5 years and as Director of the National Landcare Network for the past 4 years. Annie believes in taking a collaborative, transparent and outcomes-focused approach to doing business.

Sandy has had a strong interest in sustainable development throughout her career as an Environmental Scientist. Having recently joined Friends of Fogg Dam and observing first-hand the dedication and commitment of the group to preserving and promoting a jewel in Darwin’s rural area, she was inspired to return to her roots and get involved with Landcare NT. Sandy hopes to contribute to the evolution of the organisation, as well as to Landcare activities in her backyard. She believes that community-based activities are a glue that hold communities together, by providing opportunities for people to come together, regardless of their background and culture. She is excited to be contributing to this in some small way.

Raised in the NT, Sandy started her career in Darwin, focusing on water quality initially, and then moving into wildlife research. After obtaining degrees at Curtin University and The University of Western Australia, environmental consulting exposed her to a wide range of environmental issues across Australia, but primarily in the NT and WA. More recently, she has focused on environmental regulation and social advocacy.

Travis has been a member of the Landcare NT Management Committee for the past two years. He brings his expertise in organisational governance, strategic and business planning, and finance and risk planning and management. Travis works as Assistant Director of Financial Operations and Administration for the Department of Water and Environment Regulations. He previously worked as Finanace Manager for a healthcare provider in disability, aged care and mental health services. Travis has been heavily involved in planning, forecasting and budgets with nearly 20 years’ experience, including financial modelling.

Travis has a strong interest in nature, working on his own property to remove non-native plants, planting natives and attracting wildlife, and has been involved in some local tree planting events. Travis is keen to play a part in helping to protect land across Australia – such as the work of Landcare across Australia.

Brooke has been a member of the Landcare NT Management Committee since November 2023. She is a passionate environmental activist, being the former Northern Territory Chair and current Biodiversity Group Chair for Doctors for Environment Australia. In these roles, Brooke has engaged in advocacy through media engagement, writing, submissions, partnership building, and networking. She is also a member of several other environmental organisations.

Having lived in the Northern Territory for several years, Brooke is passionate about environmental conservation in the region. In her spare time, she enjoys wildlife photography and is working towards replacing her home’s existing garden with native flora to attract local wildlife.