Tom Mc Shane - Manager

Tom has a background in environmental science and agricultural research having been employed by the QDPI, QDNR and CSIRO.

Although mainly working in the Burdekin area in soil science, water quality and in hydro salinity research, the focus of Tom’s more recent work has been in community engagement and development and it is in this area that he has gained much success and satisfaction.

Tom sees the community NRM agency BBIFMAC as an independent and trusted organization that can facilitate the delivery of environmentally sound policies and practices to the community as a whole.

Julie Kenniff – Administration Office Manager

I have an Accounting and office background working in Brisbane for many years, until returning to the Burdekin sixteen years ago. Since returning I have still been involved with accounts for our farm and a couple of other farms over the years. For the past seven years I have also worked in the education system. I found this position rewarding working with children, but now feel it is time to move on.

Since becoming part of BBIFMAC Inc, I am enjoying working as a member of a team and working with members of the community. I have felt that the Burdekin has always been home to me and I appreciate the spirit of the farming community.

Brandi-lee Stanley – Project Officer - Reef Rescue Grazing

Dennis Stubbs – Project Officer

Dennis has considerable experience in farming the Burdekin floodplain and has established great rapport with the farming community. Dennis fully understands the challenges faced by the farmers in the future and this has gained him considerable respect in this sector.

Dennis has also shown skills in communication in his work with the water quality and macro-invertebrates in the schools projects.