Governance

Corey McGrath

State President and Chair of the Board

Corey joined the Sacred Heart Conference in Ulverstone in 2016 and became State President of the St Vincent de Paul Society Tasmania in 2023. With more than 28 years’ leadership experience across community organisations, including Scouts Tasmania and the Launceston Tornadoes, he brings strong governance and strategic skills to the Society. Corey is passionate about strengthening local communities and ensuring the Society continues to provide hope, dignity and practical support to Tasmanians in need.

Terry Kay OAM

Director

Terry has dedicated decades to community service through roles with Centacare, Rotary and the Knights of the Southern Cross. He established the Willson Training Centre, helping young people gain skills for employment and has represented Australian Catholic Relief internationally. A long-time member of the Holy Spirit Conference in Sandy Bay, Terry continues to focus on emergency relief and supporting Tasmanians facing hardship.

Melodee Estcourt

Director

Melodee joined the St Vincent de Paul Society in 2015 as a Mini Vinnies leader and continued her involvement through high school as part of her school conference. She has volunteered in community programs including Buddy Programs and Dining with Friends, and in 2023 was appointed the State Youth Representative for Tasmania. Melodee is passionate about empowering young people to live out the Society’s mission of hope and service across local communities.

Belinda Witter

Director

Belinda is a social entrepreneur and executive leader with more than 25 years’ experience across housing, community services, construction, education and health. She is nationally recognised as a founding member Build Up Tassie and St Joseph Affordable Homes, social enterprises addressing homelessness and youth employment. Belinda now leads Social Impact Strategies + Solutions, supporting organisations across Australia to design initiatives that drive lasting social change.

David Catchpole

Director

David is a highly experienced company director with a background in finance, governance, and strategic planning across the corporate, community service and health sectors. He has served on numerous boards including Calvary Health Care, Southern Cross Care and the RACT, where he was a Director for nearly two decades. David is committed to applying his business and governance expertise to support the Society’s mission of compassion and social justice.

Julia Higgins

Director

Julia is a partner at Bishops Barristers & Solicitors in Launceston and specialises in family law and child protection. She has served as President of the Law Society of Tasmania and Chair of the Family Law Practitioners Association. Julia brings legal and governance expertise to the Board and is passionate about social justice and supporting Tasmanians experiencing hardship.

Kelly Walker

Treasurer

Kelly is Treasurer of the St Vincent de Paul Society Tasmania and has over 20 years’ experience across finance, technology and for-purpose sectors. She is a Chartered Accountant, founder of Prospera Consulting and board member of Southern Cross Care and Tasmanian Leaders. Kelly is passionate about ethical leadership and helping organisations create sustainable, community-focused futures.

Rosie Caeli

Corey McGrath

State President

Stephen Sykes

Secretary

Kelly Walker

Treasurer

Rosie Caelli

Northern Regional President

Karen Maynard

Northwest Regional President

Louise Wilson

Southern Regional President

Melodee Estcourt

State Youth Representative

Terry Kay