Meet our members

Peter Treloar - Chair

Peter is an experienced mixed farmer from Edillilie who is passionate about agriculture, local history and Eyre Peninsula. He represented the South Australia Electorate of Flinders in State Parliament from 2010 until 2022.

During his time as an elected member he was involved with various committees including Natural Resources, Economic and Finance, and Regional affairs. Peter was also Deputy Speaker and Chair of Committees during his time on the Government benches. He has vast experience representing the Eyre Peninsula community particularly in the areas of natural resources and agriculture.

Peter was one of the founding members of the inaugural Eyre Peninsula Natural Resources Management Board (2005-2008).

Nikki Becker

Nikki lives in Elliston where she currently works for the District Council of Elliston as the Chief Executive Officer. Nikki has a history of directing strategy and program development. She believes that this is an important time for our environment and will bring her government experience to drive positive improvements for the Eyre Peninsula environment.

Sonya Coleman

Sonya moved to the Eyre Peninsula 28 years ago, more specifically to Ceduna where she co-owned and operated a 24/7 roadhouse and motel. Sonya is currently living in the Streaky Bay district where she is a mowing contractor, gardener/ landscaper.

Being an owner operator of a small business gives her a good understanding of the importance of economic growth in regional areas in providing stable employment and tourism.

Sonya has a keen interest in the environment and is a lifetime member of the Nature Foundation. She shares the concerns of climate change, water conservation, the invasiveness of feral animals & pest plants.

Cecelia Cox

Cecelia is based in Ceduna, a proud Aboriginal woman who is connected to the Wirangu and Western Desert Guguda (Kokotha) tribes. She has been working in government for more than 25 years with extensive experience in community engagement, legislation and governance, as well as having strong connections with many community groups. Caring for Country is a key area of passion for her.

Mark Dennis

Mark, from Koppio, runs a mixed farm enterprise which he has diversified during his management. Mark has been an active community volunteer including within local CFS groups; and involved with various agriculture organisations such as the Native Vegetation Council of SA, Agriculture Bureau of South Australia Board, Sheep Connect South Australia and the Eyre Peninsula Drought Task Force.

Mark has connections with local natural resources management through his agriculture roles and was also a member of the previous Eyre Peninsula Natural Resources Management Board (2016-2020).

Kate McShane

Kate is a lawyer based in Port Lincoln who has established her own law firm. She has also previously worked in the media and communications industry with a history of working within regional communities.

During her career, Kate has worked closely with community stakeholders and has cultivated an Indigenous cultural awareness and insight; as well as gaining a strong understanding of the unique and variable business of the Eyre Peninsula community.

Kate majored in Geography and Geology at university and previously worked for the Arid Areas Catchment Water Management Board. She is actively involved in the local community and is a Board Member of West Coast Youth and Community Support Inc. and a previous member of the EP Regional Development Board. She deeply values Eyre Peninsula’s unique natural environment and is happiest when she’s immersed in our local landscapes.

Steven Milner

Steve is a resident of Denial Bay, near Ceduna and is passionate about researching caves, palaeontology, and anthropology of the Nullarbor. He has a PhD and MBA from the University of Adelaide and is a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Project Management.

Steve is an expert in management, leadership, strategy, and governance in a broad range of sectors and industries and has a proven track record in the delivery of complex and large projects, stakeholder engagement, and organisational development.

Steve values the natural environment of the Eyre Peninsula and Far West and is passionate about the development of sustainable tourism.

Steve has been a member of the Board since 2020.

Sandra Walsh

Sandra lives in Whyalla and brings to the Board her appreciation around the importance of landscape management and not taking the natural environment for granted.

Sandra grew up north of Cairns and moved to Whyalla 25 years ago. She has always been interested in the natural environment and the balance of conservation with industry and tourism. Sandra works for the University of South Australia Department of Rural Health as a rural health researcher and is interested in the interplay between the environment (including farming, climate, and weather events) and health and wellbeing. She has previously worked as a lecturer and program manager. She is passionate about educating the next generations on the environment, and has worked with local schools to develop a whole of curriculum program exploring the natural environment around Whyalla.