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Board of Management

Playgroup NSW is a not for profit community lead organisation that has an elected voluntary Board of Management which oversees policy and direction for the organisation.

The strength of the Association lies in the time and energy volunteered by members. Playgroup NSW is run by our members for our members. Without the input of this vast amount of voluntary time, the business of the Association could not be conducted with its current success.

The Association is, as Playgroups are, a growing, changing body, reflecting the views and enthusiasm of its members.

The Board of Management consists of President, Treasurer, Secretary, Vice President and up to seven Committee Members. One position is reserved for a representative of country members (though this need not be limited to one person). Members are volunteers who are generally current Playgroup members, elected at the Association’s Annual General Meeting, which is held in August. They work with staff to ensure tasks important to the welfare of all members are carried out to the high standard members expect.

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Role of the Board

The Board of Management represents all members. Board Members attend regular monthly meetings to conduct the business of the Board. The role of the Board is to establish the organisational purpose and strategic direction, develop and monitor policies, work closely with the Chief Executive Officer to ensure that the Association’s objectives are met, and to ensure the survival of the Association over time. The Board ensures the organisation supports members appropriately, and meets the responsibilities of all legal, financial and contractual obligations.

You can contact the Board via email on president@playgroupnsw.com.au

How to join the Board

If you are interested in nominating for the Board, you must be a current member of Playgroup NSW and be nominated by two other current members.

You can contact us on 1800 171 882 for more information about being on the Board and to be put in contact with our Board President.

You can download a copy of the Board Nomination Form here.

Playgroup NSW is managed by a dedicated staff team lead by the CEO, who are responsible for the day to day operations of Playgroup NSW.

Playgroup NSW has a team of skilled and experienced staff that are available to assist members and prospective members with their enquiries and provide support in the establishment and management of playgroups across NSW. This support is provided to families and workers in all playgroup types, and in all locations. Playgroup NSW provides and supports a range of playgroup models, including parent-lead Community Playgroups, staff facilitated Supported Playgroups and MyTime groups, which are facilitated parent support groups for families with children with a disability.

Office staff provide a phone referral service for prospective members searching for a new playgroup, and provide information and support to assist families find the right playgroup for them. They also process new memberships and ensure that the membership card and any other vital information is sent on to the member, to make their attendance at playgroup as easy as possible. Our Head Office staff compile and distribute a range of useful Playgroup information, starter kits, updates and helpful resources on a regular basis. And they are very happy to answer all manner of member phone inquiries on issues relevant and important to playgroup development and management including promotions, insurance, conflict resolution, fundraising advice and venue leasing concerns for prospective or affiliated groups.

Playgroup NSW also has a team of itinerant Regional Development Consultants who work directly with the members at Zone and Playgroup level to provide support and training. They also promote the work of the association to the wider community, provide interactive Baby presentations, hands-on PlayDates and a range of other parenting workshops for families with young children and engage with professionals across the Early Childhood, Health and Community Services sector to promote the benefits of playgrouping for all families.

We also employ a diverse range of skilled and experienced part time staff to facilitate and support the day to day activities of more than 75 Supported Playgroups, PlayConnect Playgroups and MyTime groups across NSW.

You can contact the office on admin@playgroupnsw.com.au

Board of Management 2011- 2012

President Cris Townley  Inner West Zone
Vice-President Kirrily Martin Illawarra Zone
Secretary Jodie SmithTweed River  Zone
Treasurer Karen Jones- GudmunsonNorthern Peninsula Zone
Board Members

Cathy Landall 

Elizabeth Mudford 

Janine Rolfe

Lisa Linssen

Maia Cowell

Melinda Millen

Blacktown Zone

Murrumbidgee Zone

Lower North Shore Zone

Ryde/ Epping Zone

Blacktown Zone

Sutherland Zone


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