Our Board

Chair & Community Representative
Term: 9/12/2024-31/12/2027

Myrianthe owns Sea West: this is a marine tourism company, based in Mandurah, Western Australia. Her company has successfully grown to be one of the largest operators in its sector, carrying tens of thousands of guests each year, while ensuring a high standard of safety and customer satisfaction.

Prior this she worked in the Oil and Gas sector. Here, after graduation from Cambridge University, she spent 17 years with Shell. She commenced as a graduate commercial trainee in London, then moved into LNG Trading and then Senior Commercial Management of LNG Joint Ventures, such as Qatargas 4 in Doha. This gave her valuable skills in business development, leadership and management, and allowed her to live internationally and work with diverse cultures.

Myrianthe is passionate about developing others, supporting industry and local communities. She was appointed as Chair of the Peel Development Commission in December 2024.

Community Representative
Term: 1/1/2025-31/12/2026

Natasha has been a teacher in Mandurah for 20 years, and Principal at Mandurah Primary School since 2011. During this time, she’s been involved in countless community projects and programs all aimed at supporting others and making Mandurah’s future strong.

Natasha’s strong vested interest in the community vision reflects her deep-rooted commitment to creating a safe, welcoming, and inclusive community across the Peel Region. She is passionate about the area’s future and dedicated to contributing to its growth and success. She is an advocate for technology-driven solutions that enhance the local economy and improves quality of life. Her passion for education translates into a commitment to developing well-defined educational pathways and preparing our youth for future opportunities. Appointed in August 2025, Natasha is Vice President of the Principals Federation of Western Australia. She is driven by a vision of a community that excels through shared values, strong partnerships, and a collective effort towards sustainable development.

Deputy Chair
Local Government Representative
Term: 22/4/2024-31/12/2026

Cr Walmsley has resided in Waroona since birth and continues to work and live with his wife on their farming property. They have enjoyed raising four children on their farm in Waroona. Agriculture and beef production has been the foundation of his career which has also stemmed into transport and retail opportunities in the region. He has served on the Waroona Shire Council for over 16 years and held the position of President for 9 years and Deputy President for 2 years. He is the current Chair of the board of Quambie Park Waroona, which is an organisation that provides aged care services across the Peel. He has served on this not-for-profit organisation for 21 years and has held the boards support to chair it for over 15 years.

Cr Walmsley has held ministerially appointed positions on the Peel Region Planning committee for the WAPC and holds the position of the WALGA Local Government representative on the Local Government Grants Scheme for Bush Fire Services through DFES since 2021. He is the current Chair of the Peel Alliance and Deputy Chair of the WALGA Peel Zone. Apart from farming, Cr Walmsley is also an active volunteer bush fire brigade member and has volunteered at WA’s premium agricultural show in Waroona for over 40 years. The Peel region has an abundance of potential and Cr Walmsley is grateful for the opportunity to see sustainable growth and development through his role on the Peel Development Commission Board.

Local Government Representative

This position is currently vacant with nominations under assessment by the Minister for Regional Development.

Ministerial Representative
Term: 9/12/2024-31/12-2026

Kallan Nannup is a proud Noongar man from the Pinjarra/Mandurah region, with strong family ties to Yued, Gnarla Karla Boordja, Whadjuk, Ballardong, Wandandi lands and Bindjareb Country. As the Manager of Winjan Aboriginal Corporation and a board member, Kallan plays a leading role in coordinating the Winjan Bindjareb Boodja Rangers and the Bindjareb Djilba Kaadadjan Bidi (Bindjareb Estuary Knowledge Pathway) Yarning Circle. He is recognised as an emerging leader within the Bindjareb community, guided by the wisdom and governance of his Elders.

Kallan is passionate about community engagement, training, and creating meaningful employment opportunities for young Aboriginal people. His leadership in the Ranger program is informed by his own journey, including the development of his 100% Aboriginal-owned painting business, SML Painting Solutions. While SML Painting has now concluded, it provided valuable business experience that continues to shape his work and vision for self-determination and empowerment through culturally grounded initiatives.

Kallan remains committed to walking together with community, building strong partnerships, and achieving real outcomes for Aboriginal people on Country.

Ministerial Representative
Term: 26/2/2024-31/12/2026

Sharon James is a highly experienced senior executive in the community services sector incorporating both aged and disability care. She has been CEO of Quambie Park since 2018 and in this role Sharon has demonstrated a strong commitment to supporting communities to be the best they can be. This commitment has involved investing in education, healthcare, infrastructure, and social services to ensure equitable access and opportunities for all members of the community.

She has a proven ability to seamlessly manage organisational and service transitions, introduce cultural change and lead organisations to new levels of operational effectiveness and efficiency. She is also experienced in formulating and managing operating and capital budgets; providing leadership to teams of professionals and service delivery managers.

Chief Executive Officer
Ex-officio

Andrew Ward is Chief Executive Officer of the Peel Development Commission and is a member of the Board.

Mr Ward joined the Commission in 2016 from his position as Director at the City of Karratha. With metropolitan and regional senior management experience in the local government environment and over 20 years’ experience in community services and administration management, he brings a wealth of experience, knowledge, and a proven ability to lead and develop multi-disciplinary teams.

Andrew enjoys active involvement in community groups, having formerly been on the committee of the Madora Bay Community Association and former Chair of the Board of the Mandurah Performing Arts Centre and the WA Regional Development Alliance.