Paul is a proud Gunnai, Monaro and Gunditjmara man. He is grounded by a deep respect and understanding of people’s connections to Country passed on to us from our Elders and ancestors. As a respected leader, Paul’s capacity as a collaborator and conscientious advocate has enabled him to form positive and long-standing relationships with many communities and like-minded passionate individuals around Victoria. Paul firmly believes that to deeply understand, affirm, support and embed community rights and aspirations into appropriate systems and frameworks is pivotal towards achieving better outcomes for communities, culture and Country into the future.