Hayley is a distinguished governance practitioner with two decades of extensive experience across various sectors, including Defence, Healthcare, frontline Emergency Services and Local Government. Over the past decade, she has successfully owned and operated multiple businesses, showcasing her entrepreneurial acumen. Her tenure in local government, including four years of service with two years as
Deputy Mayor, underscores her unwavering commitment to the community. In her current roles, Hayley serves as a State Councillor at the Governance Institute of Australia (GIA), a Director at FM Health Group Pty Ltd, and a volunteer at Marine Rescue Rockingham. As a Fellow of the Governance Institute of Australia (FGIA) and a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD), she demonstrates a steadfast commitment to ethical standards and best practices. Hayley excels in intergovernmental relations, international relations, strategic planning, risk and audit management, stakeholder engagement, and public speaking. Her diverse educational background includes a postgraduate degree in Policy and Politics, a Diploma in Local Government, and a Diploma in Clinical Practice (Paramedic). She is currently pursuing a Master of Business Administration at the University of Western Australia, specialising in Minerals and Energy Management. Hayley has championed numerous grassroots events, raising substantial funds for local community members in need, underscoring her dedication to community development and support. Driven by a passion for women's leadership and community empowerment, she aims to significantly impact the community she serves. Hayley's blend of expertise, dedication, and vision positions her as a transformative leader, poised to bring about meaningful change.
