- Three new appointments to the Board of the South West Development Commission
- Danny Griffin reappointed as Chair of the Board for another three-year term
Regional Development Minister Stephen Dawson today announced three new Board members will join reappointed Chair Danny Griffin on the Board of the South West Development Commission (SWDC).
Kendall Galbraith, Anita Lindemann, and Mikayla Love have been named as the new Board members, each for a three-year term, alongside Danny Griffin who has been reappointed as Chair
Ms Lindemann joins the Board as a Local Government Representative from the Shire of Donnybrook Balingup. Ms Lindemann has served as a councillor at the Shire for six years and has owned and operated small businesses in the region, offering both local government experience and strong regional knowledge.
Ms Love, who has also been appointed as Local Government Representative, has been a councillor at the City of Busselton since 2021. Ms Love brings a background in marketing, tourism, small business, and community engagement.
Ms Galbraith, who lives in Margaret River, has been appointed as a Community Representative. As CEO of the RRR Network, Ms Galbraith has experience in regional development, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement.
In appointing the new members to the SWDC Board, Minister Dawson acknowledged and thanked the outgoing Board members for their service, including Deputy Chair Catrin Pickworth, Julia Jean-Rice, Stan Liaros, and Tresslyn Smith.
As stated by Regional Development Minister Stephen Dawson:
"The South West Development Commission's Board plays a key role in providing strategic direction and oversight of the South West Development Commission and the region it serves.
"I congratulate Danny Griffin on his reappointment, welcome the new Board members, and thank the outgoing Board members for their service and contribution. I look forward to seeing the Commission and the Board continuing to make a positive impact to the South West."
As stated by South West Minister Don Punch:
"I congratulate Danny Griffin on his reappointment as Chair and welcome the new Board members, while also recognising the strong foundation laid by the outgoing Board.
"The South West Development Commission plays a vital role in driving sustainable growth and creating opportunities, helping ensure the South West continues to thrive as a region of choice for generations to come.
"I look forward to working closely with the Board to deliver lasting benefits, stronger communities, and positive outcomes for people across the South West."
