Our Board of Directors
The Tamworth Community College Board of Directors is responsible for ensuring that the vision and strategies of the College are achieved.
The Board consists of a group of professional, dedicated volunteers who provide guidance and contribute to good governance. The Board sets the College’s priorities and is accountable for exercising the authority given to it in its constitution.
Jenny Butler
Chairperson
Jenny has lived in Tamworth since 1975. During this time she has combined raising a family with tertiary studies as well as establishing, operating and selling two successful small businesses. Having sold her accounting/financial planning practice in 2015, Jenny has time to devote to the community in areas of special interest to her such as education. Jenny’s qualifications are Bachelor of Arts with major in Sociology, Graduate Diploma in Financial Planning and Advanced Diploma in Accounting.
Sharon Draper
Secretary
Sharon has had a career spanning the public sector, human resources, juvenile justice and education. She holds a Bachelor of Arts (Politics & Journalism) and Graduate Diplomas in Industrial Relations, Economics and Education and is currently employed as Head Teacher (HSIE) at Calrossy Anglican School. She and her husband Peter run Professional Driver Education, a local driver training school that specialises in disability learners. As someone with a strong social conscience, Sharon believes in the empowerment of individuals through education and training.
Lisa Roberts
Community Representative
Lisa has built a career in the public sector in both the state and local level for 20 years. Lisa has tertiary qualifications in natural resource management and business management and is a graduate member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. Passionate about making a difference for the community, Lisa believes access to education and learning opportunities are foundational life skills that contribute to well-being and personal growth.
Peter Hyde
Community Representative
Peter has lived in Tamworth since 1998 and has worked in the Electricity Supply Distribution Industry for 42 years. During that time he has worked in various areas of the business including Electrical Trade, Design, Apprentice Coordination, WH&S (employee & public safety), Training, Auditing, Incident Investigation, Human Resources, Project and Program Management as well as Frontline Management. Peter has qualifications in Electrical Trades, Frontline Management, WH&S, Investigation, Auditing and Human Resources. He is also an active member of The Rotary Club of Tamworth First Light and is committed to making a difference & contributing to the community.
Graham Archer
Community Representative
Graham has a long association with the Tamworth region and brings a wealth of experience, specialising in media and education. As an advocate for accessibility of education, Graham worked with tertiary institutions such as Charles Darwin University and Batchelor College, to deliver and design vocational education and training opportunities for Indigenous and multi-cultural students. Graham has also written nationally accredited courses and cites two personal highlights as writing the first broadcasting media handbook in five Aboriginal languages and being the senior consultant for the first Indigenous Youth Radio Station in Central Australia. Graham has a strong commitment to the Tamworth community and looks forward to sharing his vast knowledge as a member of the TCC Board.
Sharon Tibbs
Community Representative
Sharon has had a vast amount of experience in the not for profit sector, working in a leadership role for Australia’s largest not for profit health fund in Sydney for 15 years. Since moving back to the country in 2013, Sharon has been managing Community Transport services. Starting in Gunnedah and then moving to Tamworth in 2016 and taking the position of CEO of Oxley Community Transport. Sharon has a Diploma of Business and A certificate of Transport Management.