Our Team
Our team at Southern Arts are passionate about arts & culture as a vehicle for creating personal and collective flourishing.
As a Profit for Purpose organisation we are guided by a skilful committee with experience in governance and strategic development.
Our dedicated and professional paid staff and regular contractors transform our vision into reality through consistent effort and expertise.
We are connected to a diverse membership across many communities.
We cherish the contributions of our many volunteers – whose gifts large and small – help us grow and give.
We work with many partners and supporters (locally, regionally and statewide) who share similar values and vision.
Together we are all stronger.
Southern Forest Arts Staff
ARTISTIC DIRECTOR / GENERAL MANAGER (2004 – current)
Fiona Sinclair
With over twenty five years working and living regionally as a public artist, Community Arts and Cultural Development facilitator, gallery manager, presenter and cultural tourism developer, Fiona has extensive networks and experience stretching across the vast and incredibly diverse regional arts community.
Specialising in the coordination of pioneering state-wide initiatives that deliver inter-connectivity, collaboration and vibrancy to regional arts practice, Fiona is a passionate advocate for the depth, dynamism and richness that the regional arts sector contributes to our states creative and cultural narrative overall.
Secretary of Southern Forest Arts since 2005, Fiona is a former Vice-Chair of Regional Arts WA, and a current board member of the Chamber of Arts & Culture and founding member (and Vice Chairperson) of GalleriesWest.
fiona@southernforestarts.com.au
EVENT MANAGER (May 2025 – current)
Corrine Rule
Corinne has a wealth of experience across media, events, sales, and all things organisation and coordination. She’s worked across Australia — from Townsville and Kalgoorlie to Perth — and is known for her warm smile, get-it-done attitude, and love of a well-run event. Corinne joined the SFA team for the chance to apply her skills in a flexible, values-driven environment where creativity and community go hand-in-hand. When she’s not planning or juggling projects, Corinne enjoys mixed media art, quilting, and bellringing – a hobby she’s kept up since the age of 11. She’s all about staying busy, staying curious, and staying positive which she sums up with a favourite saying: “Get motivated by a motivation that really motivates.
Producer (May 2026 – current)
Nakasha D’Souza‘
Nakasha grew up in Karachi, Pakistan, and has been living in Perth in recent years. She brings a diverse background in film and television, events, and business development, with a passion for community, creativity and the natural environment. Drawn to Southern Forest Arts through shared values, Nakasha enjoys creating programs that make a positive difference for people and place. Outside of work, she loves dancing, gardening, photography, cooking and expressing herself through art.
Project Officer (June 2024 – current)
Kelly Yeung
Kelly grew up in Hong Kong and moved to Perth in 2023. She brings experience across marketing, events and community-focused roles, with a background in social media, communications and event coordination. Currently completing a Master of Community Development, Kelly is passionate about working with people and exploring how creativity and the arts can foster connection across cultures and communities. She enjoys learning about regional life in Western Australia and supports Southern Forest Arts across marketing and project delivery. Outside of work, Kelly loves crochet and macramé, creating her own clothing and accessories.
Casual Gallery Assistant (2025 – current)
Jane Philips
Jane was born and raised in Manjimup, WA, and has strong connections to the region. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Fashion and a Diploma in Creative Arts and Health, and brings a diverse background spanning agriculture, creativity and community life. Jane is passionate about community arts, the natural environment and lifelong learning, and enjoys contributing to a vibrant regional arts network. Outside of work, she enjoys gardening, native orchid hunting during wildflower season, and continuing her studies.
Casual Program Support Specialist (2025 – current)
Yael Harris
Our Committee
ORDINARY MEMBER– Position Vacant
Southern Forest Arts is seeking a values-aligned individual to join our Committee as an Ordinary Member. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to our governance, support our strategic direction, and help shape the future of our creative community. If you’re passionate about arts, collaboration, and community impact—and you’re ready to bring your voice to the table—we’d love to hear from you.
Expressions of interest welcome.
CHAIRPERSON / THEATRE & EDUCATION SPECIALIST (2004 – current)
Diana Moss
Diana is a passionate advocate for the Arts and has worked in the education sector for 41 years in both metropolitan and country schools in WA. Her passion for the Arts and her community is demonstrated by her involvement with various arts groups over her years since becoming a full resident of Northcliffe in 1998.
She was a founding member and president of the Northcliffe Film Club and then went onto being President of WA Federation of Film Societies. Diana was also one of the founding members of Northcliffe Arts Association as well as Southern Forest Arts.
In her role as Chairperson she has made connections with various groups such as the Pemberton Arts Group, Denmark Arts and organisations such as Country Arts WA. Diana has coordinated and managed various aspects of the programming and promotion of arts events and performances for both NAA and SFA. She has specific expertise in presentation of performance-based events.
VICE CHAIRPERSON / IT SPECIALIST (2004 – current)
Graham Evans
Graham is the current manager of the Northcliffe Community Resource Centre, a role he has held for over a decade. His most significant contribution to Southern Forest Arts is in the area of IT. He has a thorough grasp of the ever-changing world of digital technology. He built our original website and recorded and developed our audio tours. He maintains our podcasts and keeps the organisation cyber-safe.
Graham is also a practicing fibre-artist, film afficionado, avid reader and musician.
TREASURER (2023 – current)
Kath Granger
Kath rejoined the Southern Forest Arts committee in 2023 as Education Specialist, following a four-year break. She previously served as SFA’s Treasurer for many years and brings with her a distinguished 40-year career in the Education Department, including roles as Principal across a number of regional schools. Kath now serves once again as Treasurer, contributing her extensive leadership experience and strong governance and financial expertise to the organisation.
SECRETARY / LITERATURE & EDUCATION SPECIALIST (2020 – current)
Dr. Nicole Sinclair
Nicole is a published literary fiction author, secondary and tertiary educator and workshop facilitator. With her family she is growing a passion for regenerative agriculture. She is an enthusiastic su[porter of many local community organisations.
Board Member
Mark Batty
Mark brings a wealth of experience in environmental policy, community development and governance, having worked across local, state and national levels. He joined the Southern Forest Arts Board with a passion for building strong partnerships and supporting thriving creative communities. When he’s not volunteering in the community as Secretary of the Northcliffe Men’s Shed or Chair of Southern Forests Community Landcare, Mark enjoys spending time on his bush property just outside Northcliffe.