Hayley comes to the NBRF with over 25 years experience in political strategy, public policy development and government operational management. A born-and-bred Canberran, Hayley gained a science degree in resource and environmental management through the ANU and went on to spend over 15 years working in conservation and environment in various roles with Environment ACT and the Taronga Conservation Society Australia.

Hayley moved her family to the Sunshine Coast in 2015 and continued providing consultancy services to the Taronga Conservation Society Australia before taking up positions in the electorate offices of the State Member for Noosa and Federal Member for Fairfax.

Hayley works closely with individuals, businesses and community groups helping to navigate government systems and processes, and as an involved and proud local community member, is committed to the sustainable development of our region. Hayley lives in Eumundi with her rural fire fighter husband and two teenage sons, and is an Australian representative figure skater.