Executive Leadership Team

Council's Executive Leadership Team is comprised of the General Manager, Deputy General Manager Operations, and Executive Leader Capability, each of whom are supported by the United Leadership Team.

 

General Manager - Brad Byrnes

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Brad has been employed in the Public Sector for 38 years, 17 of which have been with Local Government.

Qualifications:

  • Master of Public Policy and Administration (Charles Sturt University)
  • Master of Business Administration (Charles Sturt University)
  • Graduate Certificate of Risk Management (Griffith University) 

 

Deputy General Manager Operations - Matthew Christensen

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Matt has been employed in Local Government for over 20 years. 

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Engineering & Technology
  • Graduate Diploma in Business
  • Board Course - Australian Institute of Company Directors

 

Executive Leader Capability - Mikaela Clegg

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Mikaela has been employed in Local Government for over 10 years. 

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Business Studies
  • Graduate Certificate in Business Data Analytic
  • Diploma Project Management