Our Team

Management Team

Claudia Veneris

Head of Services

With more than 30 years of experience working alongside people with disability, Claudia is passionate in supporting individuals to think about possibilities and create meaningful lives beyond traditional disability service models.

Her approach focuses on supporting people to build lives reflective of individual aspirations, lives that are connected to their communities, rich in relationships, and inclusive of opportunities across all areas of life.

At the heart of Claudia’s work is a strong belief that every person has inherent value and has valuable contributions to make. She is committed to recognising and nurturing each person’s potential, ensuring they are respected as valued members of their community.

Sarah Forbes

CEO

Sarah Forbes

CEO

Sarah has more than 25 years’ experience championing the rights, inclusion, and self-determination of people with disability, leading significant advocacy, and community development initiatives at local, state, and national levels.

Sarah is passionate about people with intellectual disability and their families having great lives beyond traditional services. She is committed to building inclusive communities where people can pursue their own goals and live a life worth bragging about.

Sarah lives with two teenagers and two cats. She likes to cook food that takes all afternoon, bush walks, and turning the music up loud.

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Claudia Veneris

Head of Services

Claudia Veneris

Head of Services

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Amy Tran

Head of Finance

Amy Tran

Head of Finance

Amy is a qualified CPA with more than 20 years’ experience across financial services, IT, not-for-profit and health. Holding a Master of Professional Accounting and Bachelor of Economics, she is a member of CPA Australia and the Australian Institute of Company Directors. Amy is passionate about human rights and believes strong governance and financial stewardship can help create fairer, more inclusive communities. She is inspired by Milparinka’s work and committed to using her expertise to support meaningful outcomes for the people and families it serves.

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Court Walters

Manager HOME

Court Walters

HOME Manager

Court leads our Home and Living team and is a specialist in SDA and complex NDIS housing strategy. Since the NDIS rolled out in Melbourne in 2016, Court has worked exclusively in the home and living space, supporting people with disability and their families to navigate the system and secure housing outcomes that are safe, sustainable, and about people.

Court is known for his deep understanding of NDIS legislation, pricing, and decision-making processes, and for translating complexity into clear, practical pathways forward. He regularly supports people with high levels of complexity, where getting the housing and support model right is critical to long-term wellbeing and independence.

Court speaks nationally on SDA, ILO and home and living reform, and is passionate about building solutions that generate genuine social inclusion for people with high support needs.

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David McBride

Quality Manager

David McBride

Quality Manager

David has over two decades of experience working alongside people with intellectual disability across teaching, project management, NDIS consultancy, and leadership roles.

He believes everyone has limitless potential to contribute meaningfully to their own lives, the lives of others, and their communities. Inspired by the words: “throw off the bowlines, sail away from the safe harbour, catch the trade winds in your sails, and explore, dream, discover,”

David is passionate about working alongside people as they pursue opportunities and experiences that enrich their lives.

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Samuel Moulton

Operations Manager

Samuel Moulton

Operations Manager

Sam is our Operations Manager, bringing over 22 years of experience in the disability sector; 18 of those with Milparinka.

Beginning his journey as a facilitator, Sam has held a variety of roles including Day Services Coordinator and Recreation Manager, giving him a deep, practical understanding of the people and services he supports.

Driven by a strong sense of social justice, Sam is a passionate advocate for empowering individuals to live the life they choose. His values reflect a genuine commitment to inclusion, respect, and person-centred support.

Outside of work, you’ll find Sam firing up his BBQ smoker, enjoying some beats, and relaxing with a cold beer

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Adrian Hill

Day Services Operations Coordinator

Adrian Hill

Day Services Operations Coordinator

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Dean Dunkley

Individualised Services and Recreation Coordinator

Dean Dunkley

Individualised Services and Recreation Coordinator

Dean brings 20 years of experience supporting people across youth recreation, out-of-home care, homelessness and housing, mental health, and community case management. He believes everyone deserves the chance to live a healthy, fulfilling life—and sometimes just needs a sidekick along the way.

Passionate about creating diverse, engaging programs, Dean loves encouraging people to step outside their comfort zones—whether that’s surfing, camping, or tackling a roller coaster.

He’s also firm on a few important life rules: it’s a potato cake (not a scallop), a chicken parma (never parmi), and pineapple absolutely does not belong on pizza.

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Natalie Tray

Individualised Services Coordinator

Natalie Tray

Individualised Services Coordinator

With over 23 years of experience in the disability sector, Natalie has worked across day services, residential care, and one-on-one community support. Nine years ago, she joined Milparinka as the Individualised Service Coordinator, bringing extensive knowledge and a strong commitment to person-centred support.

Natalie is passionate about ensuring participants and their families receive the support they deserve. By taking the time to understand each person’s needs, preferences, and goals, she helps connect them with the people and supports that are important to them.

Outside of work, Natalie enjoys hiking, lifting heavy weights, and spending time with her cat, Henry.

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Annette Grande

Job Developer

Annette Grande

Job Developer

Annette has worked across the disability sector for over seven years and brings more than 22 years of lived experience.

She commenced her NDIS career in Plan Management before transitioning into Support Coordination, inspired by her own experience navigating the NDIS and helping others build knowledge, exercise choice and control, and achieve meaningful outcomes.

Annette has extensive experience supporting complex cases through the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (ART), drawing on her strong understanding of the NDIS and person-centred advocacy. Her career spans government, education, and corporate sectors.

Grounded in compassion and respect, she is passionate about employment opportunities for people with intellectual disabilities.

Outside work, she enjoys baking bundt cakes, spending time with family, and hopes to one day try stand-up comedy.

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Josh Crupi

Community Living Specialist

Josh Crupi

Community Living Specialist

Josh has over 20 years of experience in the disability sector, helping people create homes and lives that are meaningful, sustainable and grounded in real relationships.

He is passionate about helping people think typically about home and supporting people with disability to move beyond traditional service models and live ordinary, fulfilling lives within their communities.

Josh particularly enjoys working alongside people, families and teams to build homes that can be centred on compatibility, connection and a life that makes sense.

Outside of work, he’s a dad to Billie, partner to Kara, an avid (if not yet great) pasta maker.

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Sarah Renehan

Communication and Participation Consultant

Sarah Renehan

Communication and Participation Consultant

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Day Services Program Coordinator

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Day Services Program Coordinator

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Committee of MAnagement

Randall Bradshaw

President

Randall Bradshaw

President

Randall Bradshaw joined the Committee of the then Milparinka Adult Training Unit in 1976 as a young solicitor and has remained closely involved with the organisation through decades of change in both Milparinka and the broader disability sector.

His contribution has spanned significant milestones, including the transition to the NDIS.

Now retired, Randall enjoys spending time with his grandchildren and keeping active through golf and pickleball.

In recognition of his longstanding commitment and impact, Milparinka’s Day Centre proudly bears his name – The Bradshaw Centre.

Raymond Cochrane

Treasurer

Raymond Cochrane

Treasurer

I have operated my own Chartered Accounting practice in Richmond for over 35 years.

About 24 years ago I was approached by Milparinka to join the Committee because they were facing difficult times. We got through it, and by increasing our financial stability, we were able to provide quality support to our participants.

I enjoy being part of a community that is making improvements in people’s lives and have stayed on the Committee with the aim of further assisting people achieve their goals.

In my spare time I enjoy bush walking and climbing, especially in the mountains of Tasmania.

Juliette Borenstein

Committee Member

Juliette Borenstein

Committee Member

Juliette Borenstein is the parent of Anna, who has used Milparinka’s services for nearly 20 years.

Juliette has a background in law, psychology and social work. Anna’s family chose Milparinka because of its distinctive individualised and family-centred approach, and its commitment to enabling ‘a good life’ for participants.

Juliette joined the Committee of Management to support Milparinka to continue to offer values-based services to individuals and families.

Nada Marusic

Committee Member

Nada Marusic

Committee Member

Nada Marusic is a dedicated educator with more than 30 years of experience teaching mathematics and guiding students in their educational and career journeys. She is passionate about creating opportunities for young people to discover their strengths, build confidence, and achieve their goals. As the parent of an adult son with a disability, Nada has a strong appreciation for the importance of inclusive services and community support. She joined the Committee of Management to give back to the organisation that had such a significant and positive impact on her son’s life. Beyond her professional and volunteer commitments, Nada enjoys travelling, connecting with her community, and spending quality time with family and friends.

Dr Annie Murphy

Committee Member

Dr Annie Murphy

Committee Member

Annie is married to Matthijs and they have two adult sons. Her younger son Max has Angelman syndrome, a rare neurogenetic disorder, and a participant at Milparinka.

She holds a PhD in Biochemistry and has a professional background in medical research and project management. Since Max’s diagnosis, Annie has become a passionate advocate. She participates in forums and events and makes government submissions about issues affecting people with disability and their families.

Annie has served on the board of Children and Young People with Disability Australia (CYDA) and is currently Secretary of the Angelman Syndrome Association Australia. Her experience as a family member, combined with her professional and governance background, provides valuable insight into the opportunities and challenges facing disability service providers and the communities they support.

In her spare time, Annie enjoys gardening and taking long walks.