Michael is the Executive Housing Officer and manages the day to day operation of the Association. He has an extensive background in the management of (Human Services) Disability Services Coordination, Respite services, Education & Child Protection. Michael’s education originally involved an apprenticeship and then Certificate in Horticulture he then moved into Primary Education and followed up with Post Graduate studies in Human Services. Michael is interested and has been involved with developing partnerships between government agencies, community organizations and individuals to improve service delivery to meet community needs. Michael has previously been involved on Boards of Management with Community HACC, Disability Employment Services, Youth Services, Telecentre Networks and Volunteer groups. Michael is also advisory to both the City of Bunbury and Shire of Harvey Access and inclusion advisory committees. Michael is interested in future community development for homeless and disadvantaged people and keen to include Community Housing into local partnerships.