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NSW Committee

In July 2024 a new State Committee hit the ground running, to steer the NSW branch of the Animal Justice Party. They bring a wealth of real-world, political and advocacy experience and should provide confidence to the our Members that the direction of the Party in NSW is in great hands.

STATE CONVENOR

Matt Stellino, Convenor

Matt Stellino was the first Animal Justice Party Councillor to be elected in NSW. He is now proud to represent the Party as the State Convenor. Matt's wins for animals at a...

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DEPUTY CONVENOR

Ellie Robertson, Deputy Convenor

Ellie hails from Holsworthy in south-west Sydney. A member of the AJP since 2015, Ellie has been on the ballot paper and run for a total of 8 elections representing the AJP...

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STATE SECRETARY

Gina Taylor, State Secretary

After transitioning from a career as a flight attendant, Gina now serves as a dedicated court officer with a steadfast commitment to animal welfare. It all began at the Rabbit Sanctuary where...

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STATE TREASURER

Desmond Bellamy, State Treasurer

Desmond was asked to find a recent picture of himself, and instead produced for us a cutting from his first campaign in 1962 (below). Since then, he has worked in publishing, I.T.,...

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ORDINARY MEMBER - DR EMMA KERIN

Dr Emma Kerin, Ordinary Member

Emma has always had a deep love and respect for animals. From an early age, animal welfare has been at the heart of who she is, caring for unwanted and neglected animals...

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ORDINARY MEMBER - DONNA WILSON

Donna Wilson, Ordinary Member

Donna has been a member of the Animal Justice Party since 2021, immediately taking on the role of Regional Group Leader for the Sydney South West group. During her time in Sydney...

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ORDINARY MEMBER - CATHERINE WARD

Catherine Ward, Ordinary Member

Catherine joined the party in 2016 and has been a member of Sydney north west regional group since it was formed in 2017. She has previously served as secretary on the NSW committee and...

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