Natalie has lived and worked alongside her husband, mother in law and 2 sons, on their family cattle property North East of Augathella, for the past 20 years. Prior to this, Natalie has lived in Brisbane, Charleville and Roma whilst working in Human Resources, Administration, Community Development and Training roles, utilising skills gained completing a Behavioural Science Degree.
During the first 10 years of her boys formal schooling, Natalie was their Distance Education Home Tutor. In addition, she was active in the Distance Education School Community as a Parent Representative and has had a variety of involvement in the local community. She has been a member of the Augathella Branch since her boys were preschool age and is now in her third year as secretary of the branch. She has been involved in education as an assistant in early childhood, as a trainer for adults (digital communications and technology), and has experienced hands-on remote education with her family from Kindy, Distance Education, Boarding and now Tertiary. Natalie led the Communications Portfolio in 2025-2026 and will continue in this role as State Councillor in 2026-2027.
Having a local focus and long held passion for living, working and educating children remotely, including the challenges that brings, Natalie is inspired by ICPA QLD’s professionalism and far reach. Natalie is honoured to continue to advocate for rural individuals, families and communities in 2026-2027.
