A small and dedicated staff team ensures the work of RDA Northern Rivers continues to support the diverse communities of the Northern Rivers.
Anthony Schreenan, Director of Regional Development
Anthony’s career showcases a broad spectrum of experience across several sectors including healthcare, higher education, international marketing, and public administration. Over the past 18 years, he has dedicated his expertise to regional development, working across various levels of local and state governments. His contributions have been pivotal in driving transformational projects, fostering industry development, and facilitating partnerships between the private and public sectors. Anthony possesses a robust skill set in stakeholder engagement and management, project management, and problem-solving, which he has consistently applied to advance the interests of the regions he serves. His commitment is evident in his focus on promoting industry development and fostering growth within the Northern Rivers region, building upon the foundations laid by the RDA Northern Rivers. Anthony is dedicated to enhancing regional prosperity through strategic initiatives and collaborative efforts across diverse sectors and stakeholders.
Kyllie Walker, Finance and Data Analyst
Kyllie is the face behind the stats on the RDA Northern Rivers websites. Utilising data from various sources, Kyllie creates easy to read regional data sets for local government, business and industry. Kyllie was born and raised locally and has an avid appreciation of the Northern Rivers. On completing high school at Trinity Kyllie headed to Melbourne to study Business at RMIT and begin her career. Kyllie’s professional background is in the finance and business management areas in both commercial and not-for-profit environments, nationally and internationally. Kyllie joined RDA NR in April 2013 working in both finance and research and is excited about the opportunity to contribute to the work of RDA Northern Rivers.
Heidi Bone, Communications Officer
Heidi joined RDA Northern Rivers in April 2014 as a graduate from our 2013 Digi-Advantage regional program. She holds a BA in Communications and has a keen interest in digital media and marketing strategy. Her role includes editor of our regular e-News newsletter, managing our social media and keeping the RDA Northern Rivers website up to date. She is an office ICT all-rounder and keeps the office IT systems maintained as well as undertaking specific projects. Heidi has a background in administration and project work in the not for profit and tertiary education sectors.
Lisa Richards, Local Connector
Lisa is our Northern Rivers Local Connector. Through The Welcome Experience, she supports essential workers who are considering applying for or have accepted a job in the Northern Rivers. As Local Connector, Lisa helps new essential workers with the practicalities of finding housing, choosing childcare and schools, exploring job opportunities for partners, through to meeting their new community and making social connections. Lisa comes with a breadth of knowledge and experience, which includes economic development, and languages. She has direct experience in local government, tourism, business development, marketing, and small business management. Being passionate about local community, Lisa has been actively engaged in local youth initiatives and is secretary of the volunteer-run Tweed Coast Youth Service.
