Biodiversity Legacy team
Biodiversity Legacy’s leadership team come from a variety of backgrounds, including legal practice, local and state government, academia, private industry and accounting. Located in various regions around Australia, they are supported by biolink coordinators who facilitate conversations in regional areas to build connections and advance private land conservation.
Abi Wills
Head of Science & Environment, Boonwurrung Country, Elwood, VIC
Originally from southwest England, Abi studied Wildlife Conservation and holds a Research Master’s in Biodiversity Management. After moving to Australia, Abi worked for an environmental not-for-profit in East Gippsland. Read more …
Stuart Inchley
South Gippsland Biolink Coordinator, Gunaikurnai Country, Foster North, VIC
Stuart is an active land steward who, with partner Victoria, is protecting a 300+ acre piece of remnant rainforest in South Gippsland. With deep insights into the demands and rewards of on-ground conservation, Stuart is in a great position to help landholders and communities become custodians of the land. Read more …
Keith Smith
Far North Queensland Biolink Coordinator, Atherton Tablelands, QLD
Keith has over 40 years’ experience in landscape conservation, threatened species recovery and protected area management. He has negotiated over 100 conservation covenants and worked closely with landowners and community groups across the region. Read more …
Alex Keimel
Administration & Organisational Support Officer, Kabbi Kabbi Country, Qld
With a professional background in customer service and administration, and a passion for creating systems and structures that allow teams to thrive, Alex provides critical operational support behind the scenes, ensuring the organisation runs smoothly. Read more …
Dixie Fitzclarence
Head of Conservation Engagement & Partnerships, Yuin Country, Bega, NSW
Dixie grew up in a remote corner of the Far South Coast of New South Wales, which forged a deep connection to nature. Dixie went on to become a lawyer, gaining over 20+ years of experience in legal practice – skills that are hugely valuable to Biodiveristy Legacy. Read more …
Robyn Edwards
Community & Stewardship Manager, Gunaikurnai Country, Bruthen, VIC
Robyn has worked in the conservation field for over 38 years, including 28 years with Trust for Nature. She is passionate about collaboration between landholders, First Nations, community groups and agencies. At Biodiversity Legacy, she is strengthening opportunities for community empowerment through our land conservation and stewardship programs. Read more …
Christopher Balmford
Plain English Reviewer, Wurundjeri Country, Yarra Ranges, Vic
Christopher is a Plain English expert who helps us review our key messages, helping our audiences navigate their involvement with Biodiversity Legacy. He is also a director of the Bass Coast Shire’s Nature Recovery Foundation. Read more …
Robyn Gower
EcoLands Collective Communications Lead, Gunaikurnai Country, South Gippsland
Robyn is a founding member of the Biodiversity Legacy team. She has been instrumental in shaping the organisation’s communications via the EcoLands Collective. Read more …
Jyoti Kala
Biodiversity Projects Officer, Gadubanud Country, Pennyroyal, VIC
Jyoti brings her expertise in creating inclusive spaces for idea-sharing and collaborative thinking to her role. She sees BioDiversity Legacy as a platform for building relationships and countering isolation with a structured, community-driven approach. Read more …
Tim Rowe
Central Gippsland Biolink Coordinator, Gunaikurnai Country, Sale, VIC
Tim spent over 30 years in local government working on natural resource management, revegetation and sustainability initiatives. He now focuses on strengthening connections with government bodies and Landcare groups to embed Biodiversity Legacy thinking into their plans. Read more …
Gabi Strauss
Finance Manager, Boonwurrung Country, Melbourne, VIC
Gabi is committed to supporting her colleagues on the ground and enjoys learning about their efforts to protect and preserve nature. In addition to her work at Biodiversity Legacy, Gabi is also a qualified Chartered Accountant and tax agent with her own accounting practice. Read more …
Louise Spensley
Executive Assistant, EcoLands Collective, Gunaikurnai Country, Vic
Louise provides invaluable support to the Biodiversity Legacy team, delivering HR support and taking a key role in shaping the organisation’s collective vision of fostering environmental and community stewardship. Read more …