Our People
Birribee is guided by our Board, who play an important role in supporting the organisation and helping shape our direction.
Each of our Board members brings their own experience, knowledge and perspective to Birribee, helping us grow and build a strong future for the organisation.
Wendy Morgan – Chair
Wendy Morgan is a respected Aboriginal elder, activist, and community leader with over 30 years of experience advocating for the rights and wellbeing of Aboriginal people in New South Wales. She worked for the Commonwealth Government for over 28 years. Wendy has also been on a number of Boards, including The Aboriginal Housing Board, Seniors Rights NSW, Bonnies Resources, Ministers Advisory Board Member for Aged and Disabilities Services, and Gandangara Local Land Council where she served as a Board Member for over 3 years.
Ross Hampton – Director
A Ngiyampaa/Wiradjuri man, Ross Hampton was born in Lake Cargelligo, grew up in West Wyalong, now lives in Irymple and is a member of Dareton LALC and a NSWALC Councillor.
Ross was formerly the Executive Director of Operations and Family Services at Mallee District Aboriginal Services and NSWALC’s Far West Zone Director. Prior to joining NSWALC, Ross worked for Aboriginal Hostels Limited for 21 years, was an Executive Director with Aboriginal Affairs NSW, a Director of the Aboriginal Housing Office, and the Chief Executive Officer of the Murdi Paaki Regional Housing Corporation.
Paul Coe – Director and Chief Executive Officer
Paul Coe is a proud Wiradjuri man and the Chief Executive Officer and a Director of Birribee Housing. Since joining Birribee in 2020, he has led significant organisational growth. Expanding its housing portfolio and strengthening its tenancy, homelessness and culturally responsive support services across NSW.
With experience in child protection, system reform and organisational leadership, Paul is committed to Aboriginal self-determination, strong governance and safe, secure and culturally appropriate housing. Under his leadership, Birribee has achieved Tier 1 community housing registration and Australian Services Excellence Standards accreditation, reinforcing its position as a strong and Aboriginal controlled housing provider.
Daniel Byers – Director
Daniel Byers is an experienced lawyer and governance professional with a strong commitment to advancing Aboriginal community-controlled organisations and improving outcomes for Aboriginal people and communities.
Daniel is the General Counsel of the New South Wales Aboriginal Land Council and a Director of Walumarra Legal Centre, which provides free legal assistance to Local Aboriginal Land Councils. His work spans Aboriginal land rights, governance, commercial development, litigation and strategic projects, including supporting Aboriginal organisations to activate land, strengthen governance and pursue sustainable economic and community outcomes.
As a Director of Birribee Housing, Daniel brings legal, governance and strategic expertise, together with an understanding of the opportunities and challenges facing the Aboriginal community housing sector. He is committed to supporting Birribee Housing’s continued growth and its delivery of safe, secure and culturally appropriate housing for Aboriginal people across New South Wales.