Volunteers and committee.

James Talbett, Warburton local and Waterwheel Hub Inc secretary, founded Docklands Athletic soccer club and is near the completion of a Masters in Computer Science.

John Ridley has lived in Warburton since 1989. He has more than 30 years' experience advising clients on making their communications more effective. As principal of the Clifton Group, he helped clients work out which people mattered most to the success of their work, and build good relationships with them.

A law graduate, John has also worked in federal and local government and in politics. He was a councillor on the Upper Yarra Shire, chief of staff to Foreign Minister Andrew Peacock, and State Director of the Victorian Division of the Liberal Party.

John has long experience on not-for-profit boards. He is on the board of the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, has chaired the Australian Tapestry Workshop and Melbourne Forum, and served on the Zoological Parks and Gardens Board of Victoria.

I have worked in community – focused initiatives for much of my working life I am enthusiastic to see the Waterwheel thrive as a vibrant destination for tourists, local artists and hand-makers.

Maureen is a dedicated local community leaders and Yarra Ranges 2025 citizen of the year, who founded and serves as president for Millgrove Residents Action Group.

As President of Waterwheel Hub Inc., I’m passionate about building a vibrant, inclusive community hub that connects local people, artists, makers, visitors and businesses. I bring a strong focus on creativity, place, collaboration and practical community development, with a vision for the Waterwheel to be a welcoming gateway to the Upper Yarra.

My role is about helping shape the Waterwheel’s future while supporting our volunteers, celebrating local talent and creating a sustainable organisation that belongs to the whole community.

Proudly employing 55 locals as a business owner with her husband Rachael has a strong community focus on the Waterwheel space for handmakers and tourism, previously serving as Treasurer for Warranyte Kindergarten.