Our people
Operations
Wendy Matthews
General Manager
Wendy Matthews started at Headway in early-2020 with extensive experience in management of Home and Community Care, disability and aged care services.
She holds a diploma of Business Management and Disability and was pleased to join a strong local organisation that is committed to outcomes for participants.
“I see the value in my work when we know the participants are receiving the support they requested, listening to positive feedback we receive."
She also loves to see the smiles and camaraderie of Headway Gippsland's four social support groups that operate across the region.
When she's not at work, Wendy loves to spend some time with her four grandchildren.
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Debbie Lee
Operations Manager
Debbie joined the Headway team in January 2023 and looks forward to both sharing her knowledge and learning from those around her.
She holds a Diploma of Business Studies and has had previous roles in HR & Operations Management and administration across a broad range of industries including Healthcare, Aged Care, Construction, Manufacturing, Power and Mining.
Debbie is a mum to 6, has 3 dogs, 10 cows and about 100 sheep. In her spare time she loves to relax at their farm in northern Victoria, get out and about 4WDing, camping and boating and seeing new places around Australia.
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Client Services Intake Coordinators
Jessica Sayers
Client Services Intake
Coordinator
Jess joined Headway Gippsland in early 2025, initially working as a Plan Management Officer. She is now transitioning into an Intake role and is looking forward to embracing new challenges and supporting people at the very start of their Headway journey.
Jess enjoys working closely with local NDIS participants and their families, helping them understand their options and making the process feel clear and welcoming. She values being organised, approachable, and supporting people to work towards their goals.
Outside of work, Jess enjoys camping, 4x4 driving, and spending time with her family — along with her horses and dogs.
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Amy Comber
Client Engagement & Quality
Team Leader
Amy previously worked in the childcare industry for 12 years before moving over to her role within Headway Gippsland.
She started off working as our Client Service Engagement Officer and then moved onto her role as Client Engagement and Quality Team Leader.
Amy is a great communicator and knows how to help people feel comfortable while settling in to a new service.
She is a mum to two adventurous girls. In her personal time, they enjoy being outside, going camping 4wding and gardening.
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Lisa Patching
Client Service Engagement
Coordinator
Lisa Patching became part of the Morwell team in mid-2021 to offer a range of support to the organisation, covering both administration and plan management.
Lisa has stepped up into the role of coordinating 1:1 supports. Lisa comes will-equipped to the position with qualifications in both children services and disability.
Her team benefits from her experience in both direct support work and office-based coordination roles in the disability sector.
Lisa keeps a tidy desk – she loves cleaning! Outside of work, she loves to go shopping and spend time with her friends and family. Lisa has 3 fur babies Toby, Winston & Sadie.
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Plan Management Support Officers
Ben Munro
CRM & Plan Management Support
Team Leader
Ben started at Headway Gippsland in early-2021 to join the plan management team in the Morwell office who help participants manage their NDIS budget and maximise their plan.
He came to Headway with experience in the industry he will draw on to help participants get the most out of their plan.
“I wanted a job in a company that was more directly involved in helping people.”
When he is not in the office, Ben devotes his time to music as a guitar-player, and is interested in science and history.
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Louise Walsh
Plan Management Support Officer
Louise joined Headway in mid 2023 as Plan Manager.
She comes from a long background of administration and finance and is excited to be joining the Headway team to be working closely with local NDIS participants.
Louise is a mum of three, and in her spare time enjoys spending time with her family and friends, caravanning, and reading.
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Belinda Clark
Plan Management Support Officer
Belinda joined Headway in August 2023 as a Plan Manager.
Belinda has previously worked in Finance/Administration roles, and looks forward to helping participants with their Plans.
Belinda attended rallies for the NDIS back in 2012, and was happy to see the scheme implemented.
Outside of work, Belinda enjoys spending time with her family and friends, watching TV, going to the footy and concerts.
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Neil Wyatt
Plan Management Support Officer
I am a person who loves interacting with people from all areas of the community. I want to help solve their problems and make them feel better.
My outside interests include spending time with my family, and in particular, my granddaughters. We have 2 small Cavoodles.
My other interests include Travelling, Golf, football, reading Novels and listening to music and attending concerts.
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Diane Slayford
Plan Management Support Officer
Di started with Headway Gippsland early in 2026 as a Plan Manager.
Even though she is new to Headway, she has years of experience with NDIS and plan management.
Di looks forward to supporting all Headway clients and their providers into the future.
When Di is not working , she enjoys spending time with family and her pet cat Maggie.
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David Brown
Plan Management Support Officer
David is a social person who enjoys going out with his family. He has 2 young girls who keep him on his toes.
He previously worked as a Support Coordinator, Recovery Coach and a Finding & Keeping a Job Coordinator. He look forward to bringing these skills into Plan Management and learning another side to the NDIS.
David has recently found a love of smoking meats and cheeses and will often get up at 2am just to smoke, and slow cook, a Brisket or a Roast for his family.
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Marketing
Hawila Saragih
Content Creator
& Digital Marketer
Hawila started her Headway journey in September 2025. With a strong foundation in brand and marketing, Hawila specializes in crafting impactful communication strategies. Before joining Headway Gippsland, she worked with purpose-driven startups, supporting small and medium businesses to grow and thrive in competitive markets.
Outside of work, Hawila is a first-time mom, embracing the joys and challenges of motherhood while spending quality time with family. She also enjoys experimenting in the kitchen, discovering new destinations on road trips, and exploring diverse food cultures.
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Life Skills Officers
Life Skills Officers help participants reach their full potential!
They provide a positive and supportive environment for participants to achieve their own goals and thrive in home and community life.
They are trained professionals who can help with daily living skills and help link in with community resources.
Become an LSO today!
For more information, visit our
careers page.
Volunteers
Headway values its volunteers for the incredible assistance they provide and the varied skills they share.
Volunteers assist with client transport, help out at social support groups, are members of the board of directors and offer friendship to participants.
Volunteering is a noble and fulfilling position that is so highly valued.
Want to get involved?
Express your interest today.
Click here.
Social Support Groups
We have a fantastic team of coordinators and assistants who run our social support groups with the help of volunteers.
Running a social support group is all about engaging the participants to contribute their own ideas and create a calendar of activities that is meaningful to them.
Getting involved enables you to make a difference at community level.
Come and join us!
Contact the office today on (03) 5127 7166.
We pay our respects to the traditional custodians, their elders and ancestors of the lands, which our organisation sits. We acknowledge all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and welcome you to our service. Headway Gippsland is committed to treating all people with dignity and respect.