2021 Women of Campbelltown
Cathy Papandrea
'Always see the good in people.'
Cathy migrated to Campbelltown from the Marche region of Italy when she was 16.5 years old. From hairdressing to managing salons and a restaurant Cathy’s warmth, love of people and desire to help people has shaped her career and her life. She has managed the Marche Club in Paradise for 30 years.
Cheryl Axleby
'We need to support Aboriginal people with further training and development in management to run their own organisations.'
Cheryl Axleby is a proud Narungga woman and has held the role of Chief Executive Officer of the Aboriginal Legal Rights Movement since 2012. Throughout her career, Cheryl has worked to promote social justice and inclusion of Aboriginal people and perspectives throughout the community and Government.
Di Booker
'Success is not the ‘headline events’ and career achievements but rather finding satisfaction with your own life choices.'
Di worked extensively nationally and internationally on the quality standards for tertiary courses. As a librarian Di is passionate about providing information in accessible ways. She is an active volunteer across several Campbelltown City Council projects.
Dr Madeline Melrose
'Music has been my safe place, my contentment and confidence in troubled times.'
Madeline is an accomplished violinist and music educator, establishing successful music schools since her teenage years that have supported many students achieve their musical dreams.
Katrina Spencer
'Create the community where you want to live.'
Katrina has worked extensively in education as a teacher, counsellor, principal and education director. She is the founding chairperson of the Athelstone Community Garden.
Kerrie Smith
'Take advantage of your opportunities and do your best.'
Kerrie has been a teacher throughout her career and following retirement has remained committed to providing learning opportunities for all ages, particularly through her involvement with U3ASA and U3A Campbelltown.
Luci Blackborough
'Plant the seeds for progress.'
Luci was elected to Campbelltown City Council at the age of 18 during the 2018 Local Government elections, making her SA’s youngest Councillor.
Shelley Scales
'When you love something it doesn’t feel like a chore.'
Volunteering and netball has always been part of Shelley’s life. She has been involved on the Committee of Campbelltown Comets Netball Club since she was 18 years old. She joined at a time the Club was really struggling and literally took to the streets to revive it.
Vicki de Wit
'Helping the wider community begins with maintaining extended family relationships.'
Vicki’s commitment to helping the people of Vanuatu earned her the honour of 2011 Campbelltown Citizen of the Year. Vicki is also an enthusiastic volunteer in the City of Campbelltown area, providing hair and beauty services for more than 39 years to the residents at Resthaven, Paradise. She also teaches teddy bear making at Rostrevor Baptist Church where she has personally handmade over 700 bears.