Our Board

Lyndall Dalley

Chair

Peter Malone

Treasurer

"I've lived in the Highlands for 16 years, having moved here from Appin with my wife and 6 kids, but have worked here for 20 years. The kids are all grown up now, with only our youngest still at home. However, the addition of 3 grandchildren certainly keeps me on my toes. Family is very important to me and I'm blessed to have a family full of talented musicians. My wife, Kate is a local violin teacher and all our children play something and/or sing so family get-togethers often involve some sort of concert or jam.

My career has mostly been in Banking & Finance where I have worked for ANZ Bank, Wizard Home Loans, BDCU and most recently for The Mac as their Lending Manager. I really enjoy helping people with their finances, helping first home buyers plan for their first home, and helping local businesses. I am a bit of a numbers nerd too which helps.

Outside of work and family I really enjoy all types of music. I love live music the most but that has been tricky during COVID-19 when things have been postponed or cancelled. I also love most sports and could easily spend a lot more time on the couch watching sport.

I've been involved in the community, through groups in the Highlands, such as Berrima District Rotary Club, and that was what led me to get involved with Highlands Community Centres Inc. as Treasurer. I am continually amazed at how good the people and programs that HCC have and the impact they have on our local communities.

Sally Waterford

Member

BA; Grad Dip ECE.

"I have lived in the local area for over 3 decades. l am a former Childcare Teacher, was a TAFE teacher, and then a Family Support worker for almost 2 decades. I have been a long time volunteer around Reconciliation, refugees, women's issues, community development, inclusion.

I am a sculptor, gardener, and an avid reader. I believe that HCC "Stafford Cottage" drop-in info and referral model provides a good soft entry to support around finances, legal info, drug and alcohol counselling and support around family violence."

Latest

Assertive Communication

Assertive communication is about being able to express your thoughts, feelings, beliefs and opinions in a way that is authentic to you but doesn’t violate the rights of others.
My Life My Dreams 2023

At the end of June 2023, a group of women completed the My Life My Dreams program. Each Tuesday for thirteen weeks the women came together to learn more about themselves, each other and services available to them in the community.
Improving self esteem

Self esteem is the way we think and view ourselves, for example, we might say, “I am a good person”. Some other ways of saying it are self worth, self respect, self love or self confidence. Low self esteem can impact on all areas of a person’s life – their work, their relationships with family and friends and even what they do for fun – they might not have enough confidence to something they would enjoy.
Walking is so good for you!

There is a lot of research that suggests that walking is good for mental health – and can be as effective as anti depressants for depression. One of the best things about walking is it free, doesn’t require any special equipment and can be done by anybody, anywhere, anytime. Walking is an easy way to get active, to be in the fresh air and take some deep breaths.

Strategic Statement

Highlands Community Centres Strategic Plan
Annual Report

Annual Reports for anyone to view
Who We Are

Highlands Community Centres Incorporated is a grass-roots, community-based organisation that works across the Wingecarribee Shire.
Our Team

Highlands Community Centres Inc is staffed by a highly qualified, professional team of community workers and youth workers, supported by management and a board of directors.
Community Support

Highlands Community Centres provides a range of individual support, information and programs for those who are facing difficult times.