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Our board is the driving force behind Murray Regional Tourism, a team of passionate, skilled leaders working together to grow a vibrant, sustainable visitor economy.

Made up of Local Government Area appointed directors, tourism professionals, and industry specialists, they bring a wealth of experience and fresh ideas to the table. Led by an independent chair, the board works closely with our CEO and their team, setting direction and championing opportunities that make the Murray a world-class, inclusive destination.

Wendy Greiner Chair MRT

Wendy Greiner
Chair

Wendy Greiner

Wendy Greiner

Wendy Greiner was appointed chair of the Murray Regional Tourism (MRT) Board in October 2013, a unique cross border partnership between the Victorian and NSW Governments and 13 local government areas along the Murray River. Our overarching strategy is to grow the visitor economy across the Murray region.

Her career background is a diverse one, stretching across a range of industries including tourism and hospitality local government, racing and gaming, transport, sport and recreation, regional development and transport.

Wendy is an experienced company director and has served on numerous boards in Victoria and interstate in the corporate, government and not for profit sectors as both chair and director successfully applying her professional expertise in governance, strategy, policy, corporate affairs, marketing and communications.

She has an extensive history in both the private and public sectors and Wendy has worked and consulted to leading multinationals including Southcorp, BAE Systems and Qantas.

Wendy was mayor of a metropolitan council for over 10 years. In 2000 she was recognised by the Federal Government for her services to the community with a Centenary Award.

She also mentors young people and encourages them to consider directorships and leadership pathways in the future.

Wendy has postgraduate qualifications in business and sports management, is a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and a Life Member of the Australian Institute of Management.

Greg Roberts (11.08.2025)

Greg Roberts
Deputy Chair

Greg Roberts

Greg Roberts

Greg Roberts has spent over 30 years in the hospitality and club industry and is currently the CEO of the Murray Downs Golf & Country Club (NSW) and the Swan Hill Club (VIC). Previously Greg was General Manager of accommodation properties in Canberra for the Premier Hotel Group.

Greg has tertiary qualifications in Business Administration, Human Resource Management and has the CCM club industry qualification. Greg is also a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

Greg is a Co-founder of the BullyCheck program and currently serves on a number of boards and committees including:

Deputy Chair of Murray Regional Tourism Board (founding member) President of Community Clubs Victoria Board Member of Clubs Australia Board Member of Clubs Australia Industrial Board Member of Golf on the Murray Deputy Chair of Swan Hill Inc Board
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Pauline Gordon
Local Government Area Appointed Director

Pauline Gordon

Pauline Gordon

As CEO of Campaspe Shire, Pauline brings a wealth of experience from working across a number of regional and rural communities, including the Loddon-Campaspe region for nearly 20 years.

She has an extensive background in applied social science with a particular passion for community and cultural development and engagement, economic development and tourism.

With previous board positions in the community health and education sectors, Pauline brings to Murray River Tourism more than 30 years local government and tourism leadership gained in a variety of senior roles in Victorian and Queensland councils including City of Greater Bendigo, Sunshine Coast Regional Council and the Mornington Peninsula Shire.

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Martin Hawson
Local Government Area Appointed Director

Martin Hawson

Martin Hawson

Martin has well over 20 years’ experience at senior executive level in Local Government, establishing a proven record for innovative leadership and creating close, outcome-driven partnerships with the community. Born and raised in Red Cliffs and a Sunraysia resident his entire life, key themes throughout his extensive local government career have been improving community well-being, particularly for disadvantaged groups, and creating strategies for the region to grow and prosper.

Council's Mildura Future Ready advocacy and funding strategy is a shining example of Martin's ground-breaking approach to improving outcomes for the Sunraysia region. Since it was launched in 2017, it has attracted $42 million in government funding for the region, making projects including the Mildura Sporting Precinct and continued development of Mildura's iconic riverfront a reality.

Throughout his career, Martin has demonstrated an ability to develop successful relationships at all levels of government and with key stakeholders, which is critical to achieving outcomes that make a real difference to the community.

Martin has also played pivotal leadership roles supporting the community through some of the region’s biggest crisis events over more than a decade as Municipal Recovery Manager. Most recently, through several COVID-19 outbreaks, he was a key member of the Northern Mallee Incident Management Committee, which successfully navigated the Sunraysia community through some of the most difficult stages of the pandemic.

Martin is an Australian Institute of Company Directors graduate and also has qualifications in the health and education sectors, including a Masters in Health Administration and a Graduate Diploma in Health Science.

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Natasha Callewaert
Skills based Director

 

Natasha Callewaert

Natasha Callewaert

Natasha was appointed to the Murray Regional Tourism Board as a skills-based director in October 2019.

Her career spans over 20 years in accommodation, 14 of which she has owned and operated her own businesses all within the Quest Apartments group. Natasha currently owns and operates Quest Wodonga and will open Quest Orange in late 2019.

Natasha joined the Murray Regional Tourism Board as the associate director in March 2018 and founded a new business called Boardroom HQ later in the same year.

Having always been in small business, her experience specifically in team building, leadership and strategic planning have been paramount to her success. As a business owner for over a decade, Natasha understands the challenges that small businesses face when every role displayed on an ‘org chart’ is often the responsibility of that small business owner.

Natasha moved from inner city Melbourne to Albury Wodonga six years ago and has been a strong advocate for growth in the twin city, with her focus on promoting Albury Wodonga and works hard to maintain strong regional business networks. She is passionate about her community and actively seeks opportunities to promote the region through her business platform.

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John Dalton
Skills based Director

John Dalton

John Dalton

John was appointed to the Murray Regional Tourism Board as a skills-based director in October 2019.

He brings over 25 years experience as an executive in the Victorian Government Economic Development Department, working across a number of industry sectors, particularly the visitor economy and regional economic development.

For ten years, John was the Director Strategy, Policy and Corporate Services in Tourism Victoria. He played a lead role in the development and release of Victoria’s first ten-year tourism strategy, the long term China Tourism Strategy, the Victorian Regional Tourism Action Plan, the Victorian Visitor Economy Review and the 2030 Victorian Tourism Strategy.

He has been responsible for the Victorian Government’s governance oversight of many entities including the Australian Grand Prix Corporation, Visit Victoria and the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. He was a director and Deputy Chair of the Tourism Victoria Board.

John brings skills in policy making, strategic planning, economic research, government relations and corporate governance.

He has a MA (Economics), BA Hons (Economics and Political Science) and is a graduate and member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

John played a critical role in the formation of several Regional Tourism Boards and has been an observer on the Murray Regional Tourism Board since its formation; therefore, he is very familiar with the assets and opportunities in the Murray region.

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Natalie Ajay
Skills based Director

Natalie Ajay

Natalie Ajay

Natalie Ajay is an experienced Communications and Marketing leader, with more than a decade of experience covering automotive, luxury, wine, tourism, education and major events.

Currently, Natalie works as a strategic consultant assisting organisations in business development, communications, marketing and transformation, with clients in education, tourism, wine, automotive and the public sector.

Natalie’s previous experience includes being Director, Communications and Engagement at GOTAFE, Executive Officer for the Winemakers of Rutherglen, and Integrated Marketing Coordinator for BMW Group Australia. Natalie is also a non-executive director for Alpine Resorts Victoria, a statutory authority of the Victorian state government.

Natalie has a Bachelor of Commerce, has completed IAP2 Engagement Essentials training, and is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

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Kerry I'Anson
Skills based Director

Kerrie I'Anson

Kerrie I'Anson

Kerry I’Anson was appointed to the Murray Regional Tourism Board in October 2022. Kerry has an extensive background in marketing and communications at a local, national, and global level. She has held executive and management roles within healthcare, engineering, mining, construction, marketing services and insurance sectors and formerly, she was CEO of Daylesford & Macedon Ranges Regional Tourism Board (DMRRTB) (2011-2013) and Global Public Relations Manager for Tourism Australia (2005-2010).

Kerry is known for her innovative approach to transforming organisational brands and enhancing their reputation. At Tourism Australia for instance, she expanded how destination Australia was promoted in global consumer channels with the introduction of ground-breaking initiatives such as an international broadcast grants program, Friends of Australia program, influencer visits and by kicking-started one of the world’s first destination social media platforms.

She has extensive stakeholder engagement experience and deep expertise in leadership, governance, compliance, contract review and negotiations, intellectual property, digital and business transformation. She also has a strong background in strategy development, goal setting and evidence-based decision making.

Kerry is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. She also holds a Masters of Arts (Communications) from Monash University and a Bachelor of Arts (Journalism and Media) from the Darling Downs Institute of Advanced Education (now University of Southern Queensland).