Chief Executive Officer

Anne has degrees in Arts and Law from the University of Queensland and has practiced law as a partner in a boutique Brisbane commercial law firm, in the Adelaide office of a large national firm and recently with the Australian Securities and Investments Commission.

The position of Chief Executive Officer draws together Anne's skills and experience in business oriented commercial law, regulation and compliance, her personal involvement in small business and grape growing and relevant studies to provide a platform for facilitating sustainable economic development in the region. Her focus is for a prosperous, sustainable Barossa region, living its heritage and regional identity. Strategic long term spatial planning, water and workforce security and community engagement underpin her vision for a sustainable future for the region.

Anne is pleased to introduce her great staff and encourages everyone to give them a call to see how BLD can help you be a part of the region’s sustainable prosperity.

Phone: 61 8 8563 3603
Email: anne.moroney@bld.org.au

Regional Migration Officer – Business & Skilled Migration

Barbara Lightburn commenced as Skilled Migration Officer on 25th July 2007. Her role is to contribute to the attraction and retention of skilled migrants in the region. With expertise in Education and Organisational Behaviour she has a wealth of information on the issues facing employers in today’s environment. Her knowledge of State, National and Global perspectives on current workforce planning approaches, and strategies for a changing workforce will be utilised in the Barossa, Light and Gawler regions to assist in a planned approach to future skills needs.

Barbara lives in Tanunda with her family. She holds a Bachelor of Education, Post Grad Diploma of Business and is currently studying for a Masters of Business.

Phone: 61 8 8563 3603
Mobile: 0448 244 403
Email: barbara.lightburn@bld.org.au

Project Officer Employment & Training Programs

Felicity joined the Barossa & Light Regional Development Board in December 1999 as Office Trainee. She moved into her current role as Project Officer in October 2000. Her position administers funding provided by the Department of Further Education, Employment, Science & Technology through the South Australia Works in the Regions program.

Her qualifications include a Certificate in Vocational Education Health & Community Services, Certificates II & III in Business (Office Administration), Certificate IV in Assessment and Workplace Training and a Certificate III in Financial Services (Clerical) with further study in this area being undertaken.

Phone: 61 8 8563 3603
Email: felicity.trinne@bld.org.au

Accountant

Rod McDonald is a CPA with more than 20 years experience in providing financial services to the wine industry. Through his company, Stonewell Business Services, Rod provides contract accounting and finance services to BLD , and is an important part of BLDs network .