Links Association is proudly powered by volunteers. Behind Links for Life Disability Expo is a group of local people who give their time, skills and plenty of heart because we believe in what this event brings to our community. Our volunteers juggle careers, businesses, families and everyday life, yet still make time to bring Links for Life to life each year. This is our chance to recognise the people behind the scenes and say a very well deserved thank you.
List of Services
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Kate Drury - PresidentList Item 1
Meet Kate, the President of Links Association and one of the driving forces behind Links for Life Disability Expo. Kate works as a Regional Manager with APM, bringing a wealth of leadership, community knowledge and passion to our volunteer committee.
Fun fact: As if she isn’t busy enough, Kate also owns New England Child Minding Service outside of her day job.
We’re still trying to work out when she sleeps!
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Kira Chidgzey - Treasurer/ MarketingList Item 2
Meet Kira, our Treasurer and Marketing Coordinator, helping keep Links Association on track while also driving the marketing, promotion and community presence behind Links for Life Disability Expo. Kira works with WIN Network Tamworth, bringing her media experience, creativity and local connections to the committee.
Fun fact: Kira is a little bit obsessed with horror movies, wears black almost exclusively, and somehow ended up with four black cats. At this point, it’s less of a coincidence and more of a brand.
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Troy - SecretaryList Item 3
Meet Troy, the Secretary of Links Association and another valued member of the team behind Links for Life Disability Expo. Troy owns New England Support Services, bringing his experience in the disability sector, local knowledge and a genuine connection to the community to the committee.
Fun fact: Outside of work, Troy is a self confessed hobby collector. Motorcycles, drones, photography and gaming all keep him entertained… and apparently keep his wallet permanently empty!
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Trudi - Community Engagment / Volunteer CoordinatorList Item 4
Meet Trudi, our Community Engagement and Volunteer Coordinator and one of the friendly faces helping bring Links for Life Disability Expo together. Trudi works with Heartworx, bringing her passion for people, community connection and supporting others to the Links Association team.
Fun fact: When she’s not working or volunteering, Trudi is happiest outdoors making memories with her kids. Give her some fresh air, an adventure and her family, and she’s in her happy place!
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Tahlia - Catering Coordinator
Meet Tahlia, our Catering Coordinator and another wonderful volunteer behind Links Association and Links for Life Disability Expo. Tahlia is the owner of Sage Services and is the person helping make sure everyone is well fed and looked after on the big day.
Fun fact: Tahlia loves travelling, exploring and discovering new places. Of all her adventures so far, the Great Ocean Road holds the top spot as her favourite!
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Kristy - Volunteer Coordinator
Meet Kristy, one of our wonderful Volunteer Coordinators helping keep the Links for Life team organised, supported and ready for the big day. Kristy works at My Supports, bringing her disability sector experience, community knowledge and love of helping people to the Links Association team.
Fun fact: Sometimes she thinks she is funnier than she actually is... however we all think she's hilarious.
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Angela - Volunteer
Meet Angela, one of the wonderful volunteers behind Links Association and Links for Life Disability Expo. Angela works as the Operations Manager at Holistic Recovery, bringing her organisational skills, industry experience and passion for supporting people in our community to the team.
Fun fact: Angela has a serious obsession with Bigfoot, UFOs and all things weird and mythical. If there’s something unexplained lurking out there, chances are Angela has already researched it!
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Sophie - Volunteer
Meet Sophie, one of the wonderful volunteers bringing plenty of energy and heart to Links Association. Sophie is a Senior Leader in Communications at Joblink Plus, bringing her communications expertise, creativity and passion for community to the Links for Life team.
Fun fact: Sophie is quite literally sunshine in human form! She’s known for wearing the brightest, most colourful outfits and bringing just as much colour and positivity with her wherever she goes.
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Amy - Volunteer
Meet Amy, another wonderful volunteer behind Links Association and the Links for Life Disability Expo. Amy works as a librarian with the local Regional Council, bringing her love of learning, community connection and helping others to our committee.
Fun fact: Amy is a huge history lover! Give her an old story, a piece of local history or something from years gone by and you’ve got her attention.
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Jamie-Lee - Volunteer
Meet Jamie-Lee, one of the passionate volunteers behind Links Association and Links for Life Disability Expo. Jamie-Lee owns and operates Norris Support Services.
Fun fact: Jamie-Lee’s passion for regional communities runs deep. She built her own business around making sure people in regional NSW feel seen, supported and genuinely understood.