Our Staff and Volunteers
MANAGER AND SECRETARY: Sue Hoyle
Sue has worked as a volunteer for Ostomy Tasmania (previously Ileostomy and Colostomy Association of Tasmania) since 1984. Initially Sue held the position of treasurer and volunteered in the ostomy offices during her lunch breaks while she worked in full-time employment. Since retiring from the paid workforce in 1999, Sue has worked 3 days a week in a voluntary capacity for Ostomy Tasmania, managing the operation of the organisation and overseeing paid staff and volunteers.
TREASURER: Chris Laugher
Chris Laugher has joined the executive committe as Treasurer. Chris is a long term ostomate, and comes back to the volunteer team after a long absence. In 2017 Chris took over the treasurers role from Sue, bringing with him 40 years managerial experience in the banking sector. Chris handles invoice/remittance, banking, payroll, as well as other general administrative tasks as needed.
Administration Staff
Our administration staff register new members, deal with member enquiries, process orders, handle payments, serve clients, manage stock and distribution, ensure compliance with SAS rules & obligations, manage IT / website and newsletter, and carry out other duties related to the operation and logistics of our office.
Karen Hooker
Administration Officer
Karen joined in April 2010
Melissa Ferguson
Administration Officer
Melissa joined in April 2010
Philip Emery
Business Support Officer
Philip joined in October 2013
Volunteers
Ross (President )
Colman
Rebecca ( Minute Secretary )
Barbara (Committee)
Chris
Robert
Glen
John
Yvonne
Volunteer
Become a volunteer
Become a volunteer at the Ostomy Tasmania and help us provide crucial support to ostomy patients and their families. Together, we can make a significant difference in their lives.
