Our Board
Amanda King
Amanda King brings strong community leadership, cultural knowledge, and regional advocacy experience to the Mirrimpilyi Muurpa-Nara Board. She has been actively involved in community working parties and the delivery of cultural and language programs, supporting cultural continuity, community identity, and intergenerational knowledge sharing.
Amanda has extensive experience in community engagement and networking, building effective relationships across community, government, and service providers to ensure community voices are heard and reflected in decision-making. As a representative of the Murdi Paaki Regional Assembly, she provides valuable regional insight and contributes to broader strategic and advocacy discussions.
In her professional role with the Student Support Office at the NSW Department of Education, Amanda works closely with students, families, and stakeholders, bringing a strong understanding of education systems, student wellbeing, and cross-agency collaboration. She was elected to the Board for her strong community connections, cultural leadership, and commitment to improving outcomes for Aboriginal communities.
Daniel Fusi
Daniel Fusi brings strong community development, leadership, and engagement experience to the Mirrimpilyi Muurpa-Nara Board. He has extensive involvement in community engagement initiatives and has contributed to community-led programs that support wellbeing, participation, and positive outcomes across age groups.
As a Regional Representative of the Aboriginal Education Consultative Group (AECG), Daniel provides informed input into education advocacy, policy discussions, and culturally responsive approaches to supporting Aboriginal students and communities. In his role as a Senior Engagement Officer with the NSW Department of Education, he works closely with schools, families, and stakeholders to strengthen engagement and improve education outcomes.
Daniel is also a qualified health and fitness instructor and has experience as a carer and support worker, alongside involvement in small business development and operations. He was elected to the Board for his strong community leadership, practical experience, and commitment to community wellbeing and development.
Darren Hall
Darren Hall brings strong community advocacy, cultural leadership, and frontline service experience to the Mirrimpilyi Muurpa-Nara Board. He has extensive experience working as a carer and in roles that support vulnerable individuals, families, and young people within the Aboriginal community.
In his role as an Aboriginal Community Liaison Officer with NSW Police, Darren works closely with community members, agencies, and services to build trust, improve communication, and support culturally informed approaches to community safety. He also represents community interests on the Aboriginal Community Consultation Panel with NSW Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) and participates in local Aboriginal reference groups.
Darren has been actively involved in diversionary programs for vulnerable youth and in the delivery of cultural camps for children in out-of-home care, supporting cultural connection, identity, and wellbeing. He was elected to the Board for his strong community leadership and commitment to culturally safe, community-led solutions.
Leasa Kelly
Leasa Kelly brings extensive leadership experience in policy development, program delivery, and governance to the Mirrimpilyi Muurpa-Nara Board. She has spent most of her professional career in senior and executive roles across NSW and Commonwealth government, as well as within not-for-profit and Aboriginal community-controlled organisations.
Leasa has a strong background in policy development and implementation, program and contract management, and business and financial oversight. She has held senior leadership positions, including Director of the Aboriginal Services Branch within NSW Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ), leading Aboriginal child protection, out-of-home care, and safe communities portfolios.
Her experience also includes carer support, working with prisoners and families, and advocating for culturally safe, trauma-informed approaches. She was elected to the Board for her strategic leadership, policy expertise, and commitment to community-led solutions.
Pansy Williams
Pansy Williams brings strong community-based experience, practical governance knowledge, and frontline support skills to the Mirrimpilyi Muurpa-Nara Board. She has been actively involved in community working parties and in the development and implementation of community strategies that respond to local needs and priorities.
Pansy has extensive experience providing family support and working as a carer, alongside housing management experience that supports stable, safe, and culturally appropriate housing outcomes. Her background in administrative support contributes to effective organisational operations, coordination, and accountability.
As a Board member of the Menindee Local Aboriginal Land Council, Pansy brings valuable governance experience and an understanding of Aboriginal community-controlled organisations. In her role as a Student Support Officer, she works closely with students, families, and schools to support engagement, wellbeing, and positive education outcomes. She was elected to the Board for her strong community connections, governance experience, and commitment to community wellbeing.
Our Staff
Edward Mafi
Chief Executive Officer
Menindee
Michelle Kelly
Manager, Program Services
Menindee
Natalie Woods
Finance Manager
Menindee
Permanency Support Program
Jody Dermody
Caseworker
Mildura
Winnie Fusi
Caseworker
Menindee
Maralea Nau
Caseworker
Mildura
Safe & Strong Families
Telicia Briar
Caseworker
Broken Hill
Erin Vale
Caseworker
Broken Hill
Integrated Domestic & Family Violence
Steph Faeamani
Caseworker
Menindee
Sam Morrison
Caseworker
Broken Hill