Board

President - Meredith Angwin

Meredith is a Partner with Ernst & Young Advisory Consulting based in Melbourne. She has enjoyed a 25+ year career in management consulting here and in Asia specialising in program management and business technology implementation.

Meredith is a passionate football person and has been a member of the Western Bulldogs Football club for longer than she cares to say. Her earliest memories are of going to games at the Whitten Oval cheering for the Dogs in fair and foul weather. She continues to go to games most weeks now and is pleased that this is in the (relative) comfort of Etihad Stadium. Meredith's association with the WRFL stems from the involvement of both of her parents – Ron and Thelma Angwin. Ron (dec.) was President for 11 years (1981-1991) and her mother Thelma was Treasurer for 10 years (1982-1991).

Vice President - Paul Robinson

A director of an engineering and mechanical testing company, Paul is no stranger to the league, having been involved in the WRFL Junior Board and Rules Committee for the past three years. Initially becoming involved with the league through his son’s involvement with the Altona Juniors Football Club in 1996, Paul was elected President of the club, only recently retiring from the role at the end of the 2013 season.

A passionate North Melbourne supporter, Paul is keen to play a fulfilling role in his new position on the board, planning on improving and growing the league for future generations.

Treasurer - Dominic Drennan

Dominic Drenen has over 20 years experience in the energy industry. After graduating from Melbourne University he took up a role with the then Hydro Electric Commission in Tasmania in the marketing and pricing area. After 5 years at Hydro, Dominic joined Boral Energy (later demerged to form Origin) to join the electricity team just at the beginning of deregulation. During his time at Origin he worked in areas across all fuels (electricity, natural gas and LPG) and non-fuels (solar, hot water, heating and cooling). Dominic’s final role at Origin was Head of Solar and Home Products – a division turning over in excess of $250m.

After 17 years at Origin, Dominic joined Click Energy Group as CEO in late April 2013.

In just a short three year timeframe Dominic has taken the business from 37,000 accounts to 125,000, increasing annual revenue from $50m to $185m and margin from $13m to $50m. These results have been achieved through a unique channel marketing strategy utilising digital tools to deliver low cost acquisitions and best in class cost to serve.

In the few spare moments that Dom can find, he enjoys running and recently participated in a half marathon. A keen sportsman, he follows the Richmond Football Club and enjoys catching as many games as he can with his wife and 3 daughters.

Executive Member - Barry Lovell

Barry Lovell is a semi-retired, former Chief of Staff to the Minister for Sport and Recreation and Minister for the Commonwealth Games, Justin Madden. He has 20 years experience in the Department of Sport and Recreation in Sports Facilities, Community Sport and Recreation, access for disadvantaged groups, and regional areas.

Barry is a sports participant and coach/advisor/club official across the sports of football, cricket, baseball, and is a former secondary school Physical Education teacher.

Executive Member - Ross Williamson

Originally from Scotland, Ross got his first taste of playing AFL at the age of 27 after growing up playing rugby (at which he represented Scottish Universities) and soccer (where he played in the Malawian Premier League as an 18 year old).

Coming to Melbourne in 1989, Ross has put his Masters Degree in Sport and Recreation Management into good use, having worked at Sport and Recreation Victoria, the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre, Geelong Golf Club, Sanctuary Lakes Resort and is currently the manager of the popular South Melbourne Market.

As a WRFL board member, Ross wants to contribute to the growth of the game in the western suburbs and continue to make playing football in the WRFL an appealing choice for families of new immigrants.

Executive Member - Scott Chapman

Scott has extensive experience in board governance and strategic planning, chairing a number of boards throughout his career. Currently the CEO of the Royal Flying Doctor Service, Scott has worked in senior management in public, private, not for profit and sporting organisations. He is the Chairman of Doutta Gala Aged Services, City Harvest and Outdoors Victoria and is a board member of the Royal Agricultural Society of Victoria and the Melbourne Day Committee.

A keen Sydney Swans supporter, Scott grew up playing junior football for Templestowe in his younger days, before making a comeback to the Superules competition, managing to win two premierships throughout his career. Elected to the board at the 2013 AGM, Scott is looking forward to contribute to the positioning of the WRFL as an organisation that is more than just a game, but a major contributor to strengthening the fabric of the West and in shaping young people’s lives through footy.

Executive Member - Gina Smith

A former member of the WRFL Tribunal, Gina Smith has extensive Board experience including governance practice and development, and 19 years volunteer experience with various community sport organizations.

In conjunction with her Board experience, Gina also has a wide knowledge of organised sport including sport administration, event planning, operations and delivery Grass roots to elite participation at State and National level. A board member of Seaworks Williamstown, Gina is currently the operations manager for Hockey Australia.

Executive Member - Terry McGarity

Terry McGarity has been involved in the WRFL for more than 50 years, having started his association with the league as an Under 10s player at Braybrook Juniors, before playing Under 19s at Footscray and a stint in the VFA. Terry was the Spotswood Captain/Coach in the then Footscray District Football League with highlights including their 1971 Premiership.

Since retiring as a player Terry has served as the FDFL Umpiring Advisor, Umpires' Association Board Member and Vice-President, as well as a coach and fitness advisor to the Umpires' Association. Terry is a Legend and Life Member of the Umpires' Association, Life Member of the Western Region Football League, and has served on the League Executive for close to a decade.

Executive Member - Sandra Wilson

Hobson's Bay Mayor Sandra Wilson joined the Board of the Western Region Football League in 2016.

The avid football and Western Bulldogs fan has worked as a consultant in workplace diversity issues including equal opportunity, bullying and flexible work practices and has also had experience working with volunteers.

Cr Wilson said she was looking forward to getting involved with the WRFL community.