Our Committee

Linley has been a Board/Committee member of RDA Far North since 30/9/2021.

Linley has extensive knowledge and experience of Government Social Policy, Corporate Governance and Social Service delivery. She commenced her career working as an Australian Government public servant, focusing on Indigenous Affairs, social policy, inclusion, and delivery. After twenty-six years Linley left government and moved across to the not-for-profit sector with a focus on social vulnerability and inclusion. Linley’s career has involved engagement with a diverse range of stakeholders across regional and remote SA, including the three Upper Spencer Gulf cities, the Flinders, Far North, Eyre and Western Regions of South Australia, including the APY Lands. Her work has included governance, leadership, program management and overseeing service delivery. Linley has Board experience such as spending a number years on the Board of Child and Family Focus SA, along with holding a position on the South Australian Council of Social Services Policy Council during the same time.

Linley is currently the local government elected Mayor with the City of Port Augusta, and prior to this, held an elected member position for the previous four-year term, therefore her knowledge of local government, and especially in the context of economic development is sound.    

On a more personal level, she is an experienced Rotarian, and has held roles such as President and Area Governor, is a proud recipient of the Rotary Paul Harris Fellow, and a strong advocate for local, national and International humanitarian effort. She is supported by a strong family with a sound ethos around active contribution to society.

Linley has a comprehensive knowledge of the economic and social challenges in regional and country South Australia, and how the three tiers of Government work with Industry, business, stakeholders, and communities to leverage and harness opportunity. She brings a strong regional voice based on social diversification and inclusion, which is a strong consideration within successes around Economic Development.

Lucy is a pastoralist in the far north of the state who manages Callanna Station alongside her husband Tom. From 2015, Lucy worked as a contract musterer around the Marree area, whilst simultaneously studying full-time to complete her Bachelor of Agrifood Systems degree. Since then, Lucy has completed many leadership and development courses and worked as a Community Engagement Officer for the SA Arid Lands Landscape Board, which saw her build strong relationships and run community-based educational workshops right across the north east corner of the state from Marree to Innamincka.

Lucy has a passion for sustainable agriculture and the development of remote areas. Lucy is a strong advocate for the outback and economic development, which has seen her project manage hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of infrastructure projects for the Marree Sports Club.

Lucy is currently employed by Tactic as their Corporate Events and Engagement Director.

Pasty has a strong commitment to this region where she has spent most of her life. She has considerable experience in community leadership roles undertaking various board and committee positions on health, education, natural resource management and real estate focused organisations across the region. Patsy is the Deputy Mayor of the Flinders Ranges Council and has been an elected member since 2017. Additionally, Patsy has extensive experience in the small business sector having been involved in business startup right through to supporting business growth and successful expansion across the region.

Patsy has an excellent understanding of the opportunities in the region and equally the unique challenges the communities can face in capturing those benefits.

Kerry has more than 15 years experience in project development and operations within the Australian mining Industry. With a passion for sustainable development, he has been at the forefront of industry best practice working on some of the most complex mining projects in Australia.

Sunny Singh has resided in Port Augusta since 2008, and is very passionate about the Port Augusta community. He has served as an elected member of the Port Augusta City Council since 2018.

Sunny owns and manages his Taxi business in Port Pirie and Port Augusta. He is also Chairperson of the Port Augusta and Whyalla Indian Social Club which also helps migrants seeking a new life in regional areas.

Sunny has been a committee member of RDA since November 2023.

Tony commenced with the RFDS in April 2014 as Chief Operating Officer and was then appointed as Deputy Chief Executive Officer in September 2017 before commencing as Chief Executive (CE) in November 2018.

Prior to joining the RFDS Tony was with SA Ambulance Service (SAAS) in various roles for a combined 32 years, the last 20 years in general and executive leadership roles.

Travis is an Arabana man based in Port Augusta with a diverse professional background spanning local government, the mining industry, and small business. With extensive experience in stakeholder management, Travis specialises in fostering strong working relationships and negotiations with Traditional Owners. He has a deep connection to his people and culture and has played key representative roles on various committees, demonstrating his commitment to advocacy and community engagement.

Roy Blight is based in Roxby Downs and has served as the Administrator of Roxby Council since June 2025, following his earlier appointment as the Chief Executive in July 2017.

In his leadership roles, Roy combines a strong commitment to community development, regional economic growth, and delivering vibrant living environments. Before joining Roxby, he held senior positions in local government and regional development across regional South Australia. 

Roy holds a Bachelor of Business degree from the University of South Australia, as well as a Diploma in Local Government Administration.