Therese was elected to Council in 2024 and is a retired Medical Scientist who is involved with a number of community organisations including Alstonville Rotary Club, Ballina Surf Life Saving Club, LinC Alstonville, St Vincent de Paul and the Ballina Shire Concert band. Therese is also a member of her Church's Pastoral Council.
Therese is a keen swimmer and is a Life Member and past President of Queensland Masters Swimming and also enjoys kayaking, walking (especially with her Jack Russell "Cecille") and gym work. Therese loves to travel and has seen a lot of Australia and the world. She is also a historic car enthusiast and a proud owner of a 1969 MGB Roadster with the Ballina Historic Vehicle Club.