Deputy Director, Regional Coordination, Illawarra Shoalhaven, Department of Regional NSW

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Dr Melissa Thompson

Deputy Director

Department of Regional NSW

Melissa leads a team that drives the delivery of NSW Government priorities in the Illawarra Shoalhaven. In this role Melissa is able to combine her passion for achieving environmental, social and economic outcomes with her passion for working with diverse groups of stakeholders. Melissa has a background in environmental science and management. Melissa’s previous role was Director, Graduate Research School, at the University of Wollongong.

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