PatroNS
JUDITH HOPWOOD
Patron
Judy has extensive experience working in the area of health and social justice. She is a Registered Nurse, holds a Master of Bioethics (UTS) and is currently a PhD candidate studying homelessness. As the immediate past MP for Hornsby she continues her involvement in committees addressing the issues of youth, domestic violence, homelessness, housing, health and women’s issues generally.
Hon. MATT KEAN MP
Patron
Matt has been a strong supporter of the shelter from day 1.
Matt is Hornsby Shire born and bred. From Wahroonga where he was born, to Pennant Hills where he bought his first home, to Hornsby Mall where he has his office, Matt is a true-blue local and the Liberal Party Member for Hornsby.
Matt is the Deputy Leader of the NSW Liberal Party, NSW Treasurer and Minister for Energy.
MAYOR JENNIFER ANDERSON
Patron
Former Mayor of Ku-ring-gai Council. Jennifer’s qualifications are in library and information science with appointments to the University of NSW, University of London and Lane Cove Council. Jennifer was named as the 2014 Davidson Woman of The Year in the NSW Women of the Year Awards.
CARMEL AITKEN
Patron
Carmel is a graduate of the Queensland Conservatorium, ABC Correspondent and Actor Queensland Theatre Company. Presently she is working as a Company Director. Carmel has a lifetime commitment to creating a more just society.