Sonia is a dedicated mother of four daughters and lives with her husband, Graham, on their family-owned and operated cattle property. With a wealth of experience across the education sector, Sonia has engaged with a diverse range of educational settings from small rural primary schools to mainstream secondary education, day school and boarding, as well as in distance education for her younger two children. Her deep understanding of the diverse needs of learners in remote areas makes her insight especially invaluable.
A proud grandmother to two cherished granddaughters, Sonia treasures the time they spend together, drawing strength and joy from her family. Her long-standing commitment to educational advocacy is evident in her active involvement with the Charters Towers Branch of the Isolated Children’s Parents’ Association (ICPA), where she has held executive roles for several years and played a pivotal role in the success of their annual sports camps and fundraising events.
In 2019, Sonia was elected to the Queensland State Council of the ICPA. She immediately took on leadership responsibilities as the Travel Portfolio Leader and has since transitioned into the critical role of Assistant Secretary, a position she continues to serve with dedication. Her leadership across multiple portfolios and her unwavering passion for equitable access to education for rural and remote students highlights her exceptional value as a tireless advocate and experienced leader in this field.
