Our People
The CUCCV Team
Aaron Dewhurst
Centre Manager
Aaron has extensive experience in the education sector. He is passionate about supporting local students to access higher education and maximise their learning outcomes. Aaron attained his Master of Education (ICT) in 2009 and his Bachelor of Teaching/Bachelor of Arts (English) in 1998, through the University of Newcastle. Having studied his undergraduate degree regionally, and his postgraduate degree online, he understands the challenges regional and remote learning can present.
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Nicole Gray
Centre Coordinator
Nicole has over fifteen years experience in education and recently furthered her education with a Graduate Certificate in Education - Career Development & Counselling at QUT. She has a passion for furthering the opportunities provided to students in regional areas and helping all learners overcome barriers to achieve their aspirations.
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Bella Trevillian
Widening Participation Officer
Bella Trevillian commenced as the CUCCV Widening Participation Officer in April 2024. Upon commencing the role, she shared her excitement: “I am thrilled to expose young minds to future career pathways and the endless potential that their skills can unlock.” Bella has lived in the Clarence Valley for over thirty years with an eclectic career journey. After Bella’s son started school, she volunteered and started her Certificate IV in School Learner Support Officer. She found that she loved being part of a community that nurtured young minds, working at Westlawn Public School as a teacher’s aide. As a lifelong learner, Bella started her teaching degree in her early 40s. She now works part-time at the CUCCV as the Widening Participation Officer.
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Sarah Heath
Administration Assistant Officer
Sarah commenced working at the CUCCV in March 2024. Sarah spent her school years in Maclean, whilst at school she studied a Certificate II In Hairdressing and attained a Certificate II in Beauty Therapy through TAFE. She was employed at Cotton On for ten years undertaking various management roles, finishing up as Store Manager before embarking on her biggest journey yet: Motherhood. Sarah is married and has spent the last six years raising kids and is now excited about being back at work and is looking into potential study opportunities for herself. Sarah feels very lucky to be a part of the CUC Clarence Valley community and is looking forward to her journey as part of the team.
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Dr Lynette Faragher
Volunteer Academic Advice
Lynette is a retired academic lecturer. Most recently she managed the Learning Centre at the Springfield campus of the University of Southern Queensland. She attained her Master of Education (MEd), with a specialisation in Applied Linguistics, from University of Stellenbosch in 1994, and her PhD, which focused on First Year Transition and Success Rich online teaching experience, from the University of Southern Queensland in 2018. Bookings with Dr Lynette are available Thursday mornings and can be made via this link: https://calendly.com/drgranny2018 . We extend our gratitude to Lynette for sharing her experience and expertise with the staff and students of the Centre.
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The CUCCV Board
Scott Monaghan – Chair
Warren Steele – Vice Chair
Adam Smith – Secretary
Heather Ellem – Treasurer
Geraldine Gallagher – Non Executive Director
Sue McKimm – Non Executive Director
Desmond Schroder – Non Executive Director
Joanne Chad – Non Executive Director
Founding Members
Duncan Taylor – Non Executive Director
Michael Rowe – Company Founder
Retired Directors
Ashley Lindsay
Meghanne Wellard
Mark Doherty
Johanna Tarrant
Fiona Leviny