Masters Swimming Queensland Directory
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President – 2022 to Present Susanne is a member of Masters Swimming Queensland (MSQ) since 2009 holding various leadership roles at Club, State and National levels since 2010 before becoming president of MSQ in 2022. Susanne is an avid swimmer and competitor who has participated in major Masters Swimming events including MSA National Championships since 2017 and FINA/World Aquatics Masters World Championships in South Korea 2019, Japan 2023 and soon to compete at Singapore 2025. Susanne has successfully supported and overseen delivery of major Masters Swimming competitions including Pan Pacific Masters Games (PPMG) 2018, 2022 and 2024 and MSQ State Championships 2019, 2023 and 2024. Susanne has championed MSQ Multi-Class (MC) Swimming initiatives including introduction of State Championship MC Awards, collating and adopting the first Masters MC Records in Australia, and actively working for better inclusivity in Masters Swimming for all adults. For these efforts, Susanne was named as MSQ’s Volunteer of the Year 2024.
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Vice President North Bert is retired, and returned to swimming five years ago, after about fifty years out of the pool. Bert enjoys swimming, especially competition, and has travelled to Brisbane on numerous occasions by train for inter-club competition. Bert is focused on developing MSQ membership and activities in North Queensland.
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Vice President Central Linda Hodkinson has been a member of the Hervey Bay Humpbacks since 2009. She enjoys competing and catching up with her swim friends at local meets, State Championships, Pan Pacs, and the Great Barrier Reef Masters Games. Professionally, Linda has worked at Hervey Bay Hospital for 18 years, supporting the Nutrition and Dietetics Department. She assists people with various illnesses by providing education on specific diets to aid their recovery. Recently, Linda has begun transitioning to retirement, which has freed up time for her to take on new challenges. She is looking forward to learning new skills and contributing as a member of the MSQ Board.
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Vice President Sunshine Neil is a member and President of the Belgravia Masters Swim Team, a reformation of the Caboolture and Districts Masters Swimming Club. Neil has been a MSQ member since 2012 and held a committee position for most of those years. He has been instrumental in resurrecting the former Caboolture club and securing a strong relationship with Belgravia Leisure to support the “new” and growing club. Neil has retired from work as an electrician, and more recently from performing Lifeguard duties at the Burpengary Regional Aquatic Centre on a casual basis. Competing in triathlon teams as the swimmer for many years led to being convinced to give Masters a try by then coach and MSQ official, Stan Pearson. Many great years of events have followed from that decision. Neil’s focus is ensuring Masters Swimming grows, and he looks forward to promoting new ideas to keep Masters Swimming relevant to young and older members.
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Vice President South Joerg is passionate about building systems and increasing the efficiency of existing systems to maximize revenue or outcome. Always trying to find a solution and solve problems in a way that works in the real world. He worked as Senior Product Manager, Chief Business Development Officer, and Head of Marketing for international companies, covering Robotics, IoT, HVAC, electronics development & manufacturing, and automotive industries. In his roles, Joerg conducted strategic projects for various companies and incorporations in Australia and internationally. His expertise ranges from complete product launches, branding, and exhibitions to strategic business and marketing plans. He planned and delivered product and marketing strategies, geared towards creating demand for new products, and services, brand expansion, and increased market share. Joerg has served on multiple boards in different roles, lately as Treasurer of the Innovative German Australian Business Alliance. Furthermore, he incorporated the Barbarians Masters Swim Team and is serving as the current president.
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Treasurer Nic has been involved in Masters Swimming in Queensland since 2010, after spending most of his childhood involved in junior programs with Surf Life Saving Queensland and Surf Life Saving WA + Surfing. He is a member of the Ithaca-Caloundra Royal Life Saving Club at Bulcock Beach. Currently he is a member of Rackley Masters Swim Team training at the Chermside Pool. Outside of swimming, Nic has worked in Finance focused roles for over 18 years and now a Finance/ IT blended role working in the international development sector at DT Global as the Business Systems Manager in Asia Pacific + Global Project Manager for a new ERP whole of business solution for the company as it consolidates its operations. |
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Director of Technical Services Lori has over 20 years’ experience as an official for Brisbane Swimming and Swimming Australia, and has worked as a Technical Official representing Australia, NZ and Oceania for the Olympic 10km marathon in Tokyo and the World Short Course Championships held in Melbourne in 2022. Lori enjoys working on pool deck for school and zone swimming competition, elite competition and Masters events. Lori aims to establish a sustainable future of officiation by providing a pathway of partnership between Masters Swimming Queensland and Swimming Queensland officials to continue to support competitive pathways for all swimmers.
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Director of Coaching Services Natasha commenced swimming coaching in 2005 and joined Masters Swimming in 2009. Over this period Natasha has completed multiple courses and accreditations in Learn to Swim from Infants to Adults, Coaching and Masters Swimming. In 2017 Natasha achieved the Masters Swimming QLD Coach of the Year and is currently the Coaching Coordinator and Social Media/Website Coordinator at Albany Creek Masters Swimming Club. Natasha regularly attends coaching and sporting conferences and workshops. Outside of coaching, Natasha has a decade’s experience in Sales & Events. In her current full time role, she is a Ticketing & Events Account Manager. Natasha has a passion for helping others achieve their goals in adult swimming, from learn to swim to competitive swimming. With the motto there is no such thing as can’t! I can and I will! |
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Director of Recording Sam is a non-swimming member of Pelican Waters Masters Swimming Club and avid volunteer of Master Swimming Queensland and Club events often found time keeping or volunteering for various roles and events. With a background in Information Technology and Administration, Sam enjoys working on various challenges and finding solutions to help people and organisations achieve their goals making life just that little bit easier. |
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Director of Risk Management Emma has been an active member of the University of Queensland Masters club since 2015 and has attended many swim meets in this time. Emma has been a committed and enthusiastic member of the working group, which plans, organises and runs QUQ’s highly successful masters’ sprint and relay meets. Outside of swimming, Emma works as a laboratory research scientist, where she is very familiar with the need for stringent safely protocols and procedures and for these to be regularly reviewed and updated. Emma brings a range of skills and experience that will enable her to make a positive contribution to Masters Swimming Queensland in the role of Director of Risk Management.
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Director of Program Development Dan has been a dedicated member of the North Mackay Sinkers for many years, currently serving as Vice President after an extended tenure as President. His leadership continues to shape the club’s growth, ensuring its relevance in both the sporting and community landscape of Mackay. A passionate swimmer, Dan actively participates in both pool and open water swimming, having completed long-distance events such as the Bloody Big Swim in Port Phillip Bay, the Great Keppel Island Swim, and the Magnetic Island to Townsville Swim, both as a solo swimmer and as part of a team. His commitment extends pool competition, as he regularly engages with Masters Swimming Queensland (MSQ) programs and events across the state. Dan brings extensive experience in community-focused swim and non-swim activities at club and regional levels, providing strong leadership and strategic direction. His role as Meet Director for State, Regional and local pool and open water events has honed his skills in event planning, logistics, and execution—ensuring high-quality, well-organized competitions. Beyond swimming, Dan is actively involved with the Mackay Road Runners Club and Mackay Surf Lifesaving Club, further reinforcing his deep connection to the local sporting community. As a Director with MSQ, Dan looks forward to driving program development and working closely with clubs across the state. With a focus on both innovation and sustainability, he is committed to introducing new initiatives and reviewing existing programs to enhance participation and engagement in the sport over the next 12 months.
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MSQ Business Manager Christina is a keen masters’ swimmer and a member of TSA Masters. Formerly a teacher, she has happily swapped the classroom for the swimming pool, and now enjoys working with the Masters Swimming Queensland community, maintaining the website, managing membership and communications with our 40+ clubs and approximately 1200 members. She also enjoys travel, ocean swimming, and photography. |
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