Governance
Our Board
Paul Stevens
President
Stevens is a strategic and values-driven leader with extensive experience across regulatory, government, and private sector environments.
He has successfully led transformative initiatives that deliver meaningful outcomes and long-term impact
Stevens has made significant contributions to governance and risk oversight, currently serving as an Independent Board Member of the Safety Governance Foundation, and previously as a Non-Executive Director of Skate Australia.
A passionate advocate for sport, Stevens has held several leadership roles within the not-for-profit sector.
He is the former Chair of the Triathlon Victoria Board and has served on the Integrity Committee of the North Melbourne Football Club, as well as the Nominations Committee of the AusTriathlon Board.
Nickie Gibson
Director
Gibson is a dynamic leader with extensive experience in financial and retail multinationals.
Recognised for her achievements in the media industry, she has consistently led high-performance teams and reshaped global business strategies.
Gibson, a passionate triathlete, not only excels in her professional endeavours but also actively contributes to her local Triathlon Club.
Stuart Corbishley
Director
Corbishley, an experienced sports lawyer and administrator, has a remarkable track record in advising governing bodies on legal, commercial, and governance matters.
His involvement in significant sporting events showcases his dedication to the industry. Despite his recent entry into triathlons, Stuart deeply appreciates the commitment and achievements of participants at all levels, fuelling his passion for contributing to the sport.
Brian McGovern
Director
A dedicated triathlete and seasoned corporate professional, McGovern brings a wealth of expertise to his role.
As a Non-Executive Advisory Board Member of the Property Industry Foundation and a Committee Member of the Property Council of Australia, Brian’s corporate career in banking, finance, and investment has equipped him with invaluable insights.
With a passion for triathlon, McGovern has competed at all distances, including 70.3 and IRONMAN, and now channels his energy into giving back to the sport.
Tracie Edmondson
Director
Edmondson is a leading sport communication executive with extensive experience in the development and delivery of strategic and operational outcomes.
With unrivalled knowledge and expertise in the sports communication space, Edmondson has managed media, marketing and digital teams and campaigns across diverse sports including National Rugby League, Australian Women’s Hockey, and Surf Life Saving Australia, and major global events such as the Olympic Games in Sydney, Athens, London, Rio and Tokyo, Invictus Games, and the AFC Asian Cup.
Alex Gosman
Director
With over 30 years of industry experience, Gosman has displayed exceptional leadership as a triathlete and sports administrator.
He has led industry associations, held executive positions with prominent companies, and chaired ACT Triathlon. Besides his involvement in triathlon, Gosman contributes significantly to the community by umpiring Aussie Rules and engaging in various charitable organisations in the ACT.
John Lee
Director
Lee has been involved in elite sport for most of his career. He served as a strategic advisor for the Australian Olympic Committee, securing better funding from governments, and played a key role at the Australian Sports Commission in the lead-up to the London and Rio Olympic Games.
Lee also served as Chief Executive Officer of Australian Sailing, the Sydney Roosters, and the South Sydney Rabbitohs.
Beyond sports, he has headed government departments in tourism, sport, and transport.
Maggie Roberts
Appointed Director
Roberts is a passionate triathlete and experienced board director with a strong background in commercial strategy, high performance sport, and digital innovation. She currently serves on the Board of Table Tennis Australia and is the Managing Director of Creative Factory, a digital agency delivering strategic technology solutions for leading Australian brands.
With deep expertise in governance, finance, and legal compliance, Maggie brings valuable insight to the AusTriathlon Board. Her personal connection to the sport and belief in its power to build healthier, more connected communities aligns strongly with AusTriathlon’s vision to see over 200,000 Australians on start lines by 2032.
Sub-Committees
The following sub-committees are established to support the Board and the activities of the AusTriathlon.
Presidents
Committee Members:
- Paul Stevens (AUS)
- Cara Turnley (QLD)
- Deanna Waters (NSW)
- Lara-Kym Lever (ACT)
- Damian Walsh (VIC)
- Melissa Snadden (TAS)
- Glenn Lydyard (SA)
- Steve van Bodegraven (NT)
- Brenden Koh (WA)
Executive support: Lori Organ (Finance & Corporate Services)
Finance, Audit & Financial Risk
Chair: Simon Byrne
Committee Members:
- Natalie Edwards
- Brian McGovern
Executive support: Stuart Hoopmann (General Manager Finance and Corporate Services)
Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee
Chair: Alexander Gosman
Committee Members:
- Stephanie Lebeau
- Michael Ulph
- Eddie Moore
- Gillian Turnbull
- Glen Sturesteps
- Jack Jeffree
Executive support: Alexandra Anasson (General Manager Sport Services)
Age Group
Committee Members:
- Mr. Richard Burnell
- Ms. Lynda Rowan
- Mrs. Samantha Dwyer
Executive support: Alexandra Fehon (National Manager Australian Age Group Teams)
Elite Selection
Chair: Annabel Luxford
Committee Members:
- Michellie Jones OLY AM
- Dr. Sarah Butcher
- Dr. Daniel Wilson
- Patrick Murphy OLY
- Jonathan Goerlach PLY
- Shaun Stephens (HPD)
Executive support: Roni Seden (Performance)
Elite Athlete Commission
Chair: Liam Twomey PLY
Committee Members:
- Emma Jeffcoat OLY
- Luke Willian OLY
- Jeremy Peacock PLY
- Anu Francis PLY
- Chris Deegan
- Shaun Stephens (HPD)
Executive support: Roni Seden (Performance)
Awards
Chair: Brian Hinton
Committee Members:
- Craig Alexander OAM
- Maureen Cummings
- Dr. Jane Hunt
- Amanda Lulham
Executive support: Bec Burns – Head of Communications and Marketing
Equity Diversity & Inclusion Advisory Group
Committee Members:
- Shelley Casey
- Juliet Cooper
- Justin Ghosh
- Liz Gosper
- Paivi Hanninen
- Nat Heath
- Deepali Kaur
- James Parr
- Fraser Rubens
- Nestor Alejandro Ochoa Rivera
- Sally Teiniker
Executive support: Alexandra Anasson (General Manager Sport Services)
Nominations
Chair: Marlene Elliott
Committee Members:
- Paul Stevens
- Cara Turnley
Executive support: Lori Organ (Finance & Corporate Services)
AusTriathlon Advisory Group
Chair: Paul Stevens (AusTriathlon President)
Committee Members:
- Cara Turnley (QLD Triathlon President)
- Damian Walsh (VIC Triathlon President)
- Melissa Snadden (TAS Triathlon President)
- Holly Monks (SA Triathlon President)
- Steve van Bodegraven (NT Triathlon President)
Executive support: Tim Harradine (Chief Executive Officer) and Alex Anasson (General Manager Sports Services)
AusTriathlon Governance Committee
Chair: Mark Warburton
Committee Members
- Melanie Armsby
- Errol Kilov
- Jo Hurley
- Katrina Cowan
Executive support: Lori Organ (Finance & Corporate Services)
Leadership Team
Executive Team
Chief Executive Officer
Tim Harradine
Head of Events & Technical
Toby Keegan
GM Finance & Corporate Services
Stuart Hoopmann
High Performance Director
Shaun Stephens
GM Sport Services
Mathew Sundstrom
National Manager Australian Age Group Teams
Alexandra Fehon
National Integrity Manager
Chris Cunningham
State Managers
Northern Territory
Lucy Berk
Queensland
Mathew Sundstrom
South Australia
Laura Bond
Tasmania
Shellie Wakefield
Victoria
Murray Newham
Australian Capital Territory
Anurag Munian
New South Wales
Adam Wicks
Western Australia
Mel Farley