About Us

Chair and Director 

DipBus, MBA University of New South Wales

Luke Sikora has lived in the Shoalhaven for more than 27 years. He completed his primary and secondary education in Nowra before working in his parents' hospitality small business, following which he opened his own restaurant and function centre in Nowra. Prior to joining the North Shoalhaven Meals on Wheels Board, Luke worked as a Chief of Staff in the NSW Government. He is currently the Head of Stakeholder Engagement for a leading national for-purpose industry association.

Luke has been a Director of North Shoalhaven MoW since January 2022, and has served on a number of Board committees as well as Service Manager for Nowra Bomaderry MoW. In addition, he has developed the organisation's communications strategy and secured significant funding from state and federal governments and non-government organisations.

Deputy Chair and Director

Fiona Scott brings a wealth of experience working as a volunteer and at board level of Meals on Wheels, including being Manager of the Bega Valley MoW, Temporary President of Nowra Bomaderry MoW in 2019, and Secretary of Queanbeyan MoW (from 30 June 2022). She has a governance background in aged care standards, quality and safety, support at home changes, National Meal Guidelines and volunteer management. Most recently Fiona has been the Network Support Consultant for MoW NSW South Coast.

Treasurer and Director 

CPA, BEc Macquarie University, JP

David Bourke has been CFO/Financial Controller for Toshiba (Australia) Pty Limited for the past 26 years, managing various teams of 15–20 people. David’s strength is in financial management. David has recently retired and hopes to provide financial guidance and strategic cash management decisions as part of the Board.

Secretary and Director 

BA, DipEd Macquarie University

Deborah Getley spent 40 years working for the NSW Department of Education in Primary Schools, culminating in the role of Principal of Leura and Llandilo Public Schools, where she gained extensive experience in community consultation and strategic planning. Deborah has served on the executive of various professional and community organisations as president, secretary and publicity officer. Deborah retired in 2021 and now volunteers as one of the cooks and the Secretary of Shoalhaven Heads Meals on Wheels.

Director 

MSc Nutrition and Dietetics University of Wollongong 1997-98, PhD University of Wollongong School of Medicine

Dr Kelly Lambert is an Advanced Accredited Practising Dietitian with qualifications in knowledge translation, health economics and management, and two decades of experience as a clinical dietitian and a doctorate investigating health literacy and cognitive impairment. Kelly is the Academic Program Director for the Nutrition and Dietetics Program at the University of Wollongong. Kelly’s research interests are intended to support the nutritional needs of older people, including those in vulnerable settings such as institutions and at home.

Director 

Serena Copley has called the Shoalhaven home for more than 30 years. Previously, Serena was the NSW Business Advisor for the NFP Healthy Kids Association, where she was responsible for overseeing the delivery and compliance of the NSW Government Fresh Tastes at School strategy.

Serena currently works in the Vocational Education sector as a Regional Training Manager for a Registered Training Organisation. In this role, she assists young unemployed people in gaining a nationally recognised qualification, as well as confidence and self-belief to secure employment. Serena also works with small businesses to upskill their staff through traineeships and apprenticeships. She has previously served her community as an independently elected Councillor for Shoalhaven City Council.