Our Board is responsible for COTA Victoria’s good governance. The Board’s dedicated members have diverse backgrounds and skills and bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to COTA Victoria’s work.
Board of Governance

Robert Caulfield
President
Robert has over forty years of experience as an architect, and has designed numerous aged care facilities and retirement villages.
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Peter Condliffe
Deputy President
Peter practices as a Barrister and Mediator. His practice centres on conflict management interventions, including mediation, facilitation, investigation and more.
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Kathryn Brown
Treasurer
Kathryn is a qualified Chartered Accountant and has extensive knowledge of accounting, funds management and banking sectors.
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Mary Downie
DIRECTOR
Mary has a long and successful carrier in education, working with students from pre-school to tertiary level in the area of performing arts (music and drama).
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Hayley Hunter
Director
Hayley is a lawyer of over 11 years’ experience. Her practice comprises wills, estates, and more, with a particular focus on matters involving elder abuse.
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Tanya O’Connor
Director
Throughout her professional career, Tanya has worked at the intersection of psychology, technology, and healthcare.
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Mark Stokes PhD
Director
Mark Stokes is an Associate Professor in Psychology and a registered psychologist.
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Gerard Mansour
Director
Gerard Mansour has forty years of experience as an advocate and public servant, working across government, not-for-profits and peak bodies.
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Ray Cummings
Director
Over a 40-year career as a professional advisor, Ray Cummings has worked across the private, public, and not-for-profit sectors.
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