EDUCATION
During my high school years I enjoyed subjects on nature such as geography and biology. Finishing school, I wasn't sure what I wanted to do but decided on the bachelor in Environmental Management was being offered at Flinders University for the first time in the state. Although I started a small environmental company after university, my primary focus for work continued to be on my landscaping business.
My new career was sparked when I formed a renewed interest in environmental management issues especially around sustainable development. It was during my study in Environmental Policy & Management when I developed a passion for Water Sensitive Urban Design.
February 2022 - December 2023
February 2018 - December 2021
January 1996 - November 2000
1991 - 1995
1984 - 1990
University of Adelaide Environmental Policy & Management
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Grade: Distinction
- Same field as my bachelor but focusing on urban environments with contemporary coursework on subjects including Sustainable Cities, Urbanisation, Environmental Planning & Governance and Stakeholder Engagement. Much of the assessment work focused on Adelaide. During this course I developed a strong interest in Water Sensitive Urban Design.
TAFE SA Diploma, Project Management
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Grade: Distinction
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All aspects of project management including planning, scoping, change, cost management, project integration, time, and quality.
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It also delved into professional development which I was able to apply to my work at Oryx and my pending postgraduate study, with the ultimate goal of moving into the professional environmental management field
Flinders University, Bachelor's degree Environmental Management
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This was the first year a university offered an environmental management course in South Australia. I was also when the internet was becoming a thing, which brought with it a whole new way to approach research
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I pursued my interests in biology, oceanography, geography and earth sciences while completing the other core subjects. The course instilled a broad understanding of environmental issues emerging including climate change
Prince Alfred College
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My brother and I were fortunate enough to be sent to Princes for our high school years. We were not from a wealthy family but our parents worked hard to afford paying the fees​
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I enjoyed my years there, especially form year 9 onwards as my social life developed and I made lots of friends
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The school had emphasis on the importance of outdoor activity including competitive sport and multiple hiking / biking / camping trips.
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Many of the friendships I made in those years I hold dear today
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In my final two years I joined the First Eight rowing team. I enjoyed the feeling of synchronized movement in the boat and the team spirit - I have been involved in a rowing club again for the past two years
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This was the closest primary school to our home so my brother and I could walk or ride to and from home
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Some friendships I made back then I still hold dear today
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