ROB COOPER
Rob has managed community relations, stakeholder engagement and communications activities for existing operations, new development projects, and site transition with the closure of Liddell Power Station in 2023.
John O’Brien
After Lidell will be facilitated by John O’Brien, filmmaker, musician, writer, and rainforest restorer. John is Executive Director of Arts Upper Hunter and project manager of the Liddell WORKS creative program.
PATRICE NEWELL
Patrice is a well known local resident, author and land manager. Home is the picturesque ‘’Elmswood Farm” at Gundy, which Newell runs as a biodynamic farming enterprise.
PENNY DUNSTON – ARTIST
’We recognise that the transition of the Liddell site is a significant moment in the lives of many in the region, and we value the opportunity to use art and creative practice to facilitate both reflection on what has past, but also, on what the future of Liddell might also hold.’
CATHERINE HICKSON – ARTIST
Artist, Catherine Hickson, grew up on a farm in Jerry’s Plains during an era of change. Her work examines the impact of industry and change on community and country.
Tug Dumbly
Tug Dumbly is the pen and stage name of Geoff Forester, Nowra-born poet and performer
Hamish Guiana
Hailing from Scone, Hamish Guiana is a young musician who is looking to break out in the regional music scene.
Merri-May Gill
Merri-May Gill shot out of the sheep yards and onto the stage. Who knew a country kid could turn out so glamorous!
Alexandra Joel
Alexandra Joel is a former editor of the Australian edition of Harper’s Bazaar and of Portfolio, Australia’s first magazine for working women.
Janie Jordan
Janie is an accomplished writer, deep strategic thinker, sought-after public speaker and consultant in high-stakes communication.