Justin Giddings

Justin is the Independent Chair of the Community Advisory Group and brings with him a wealth of experience on advisory boards and committees, including the Committee for Geelong. Previously the CEO of Avalon Airport for over a decade and a Lara local, Justin has a deep knowledge of the region and community.

Starting out as an engineer, Justin has more than 20 years’ experience in aviation and is currently the CEO of AMDA Foundation Limited. He has significant international business experience with the ability to work closely with a wide range of stakeholders with diverse needs and priorities.

Marisa Berton

Marisa is a local Wyndham business owner and resident with extensive experience in architecture, urban design and town planning.

Marisa has been actively involved in the Wyndham community for more than 20 years and is currently Vice President of Rate Payers of Werribee South Inc. She is involved with a number of other community groups and committees including Wyndham City’s Rural District Advisory Committee.

Marisa has extensive networks in the Wyndham community and has experience advocating to local and state governments and planning authorities.

Lisa Heinrichs

Lisa has lived in Wyndham for 40 years and is known for her contribution to the local community through advocacy and volunteering. Lisa has strong links to a large and diverse cross-section of the Wyndham community, from residents through to community groups and leaders, business and Council.

Lisa’s extensive local network and understanding of local issues was demonstrated through her role as Chair of the Speak Out Wyndham campaign.

Les Sanderson

Les Sanderson is heavily involved in the Little River community and grew up in Little River.
He has built very strong relationships within the Little River community and has demonstrated deep knowledge of the community.

Les is a member of the Wyndham City Rural District Advisory Board which aims to bridge the communication gap between Council and the local community.

Les was awarded the Little River Lions Club Community Award in 2016, is a life member and past Secretary and Treasurer of the of the Little River Youth Club.

Les is the Secretary and Treasurer of the Little River Mechanics Institute & Free Library Inc. and is a trustee of the Rothwell Cemetery Trust.

Les is also the President of the Little River Historical Society Inc.

Barbara McLure

Barbara is the CEO of the Committee for Wyndham. The Committee brings together influential businesses, community organisations, government and individuals to work together to promote and enhance the social, environmental, economic and cultural wellbeing of the broader Wyndham community.

As CEO for the Committee for Wyndham, Barbara represents the interests of members and the wider Wyndham community and has an extensive network of individuals, businesses and other organisations in the local area.

Peter Maynard

Iramoo Ward Councillor Peter Maynard was first elected to Council in 2012 and was elected Wyndham’s Mayor in 2021-22, having previously been Mayor in 2017-18 and 2014–15. Councillor Maynard holds Council’s Active City portfolio and is Wyndham City’s representative on the National Growth Areas Alliance Strategic Committee as well as other internal and external advisory committees, including Chair of LeadWest.

Susan McIntyre

Harrison Ward Councillor, Susan McIntyre was first elected to Council in 2020 and is in her first term. Councillor McIntyre is the Community Safety Portfolio holder and is also the Council’s designated representative on a number of internal and external committees including the Audit and Risk Committee and the Road Safe Westgate Community Road Safety Council.

Stephen Wall 

Stephen Wall was appointed Chief Executive of Wyndham City Council in August 2021. Stephen has more than two decades of experience in local government, working as a Director within Corporate Services and serving as Chief of Executive of Surf Coast Shire Council, and more recently Maribyrnong City Council.

Heather Marcus

Councillor Heather Marcus was first elected to the Iramoo Ward in 2005. Now in her fifth term, she holds the Council's Destination Wyndham portfolio. Here, Heather explores ways to attract visitors and businesses to the region. She is also a multicultural ambassador at Mental Health Foundation Australia.

Heather ran a successful retail business in Werribee for over 30 years and is the Director of Fashion Awards Australia. She also has a background in construction, having previously run a local building company.