Nina Schrinner

Lady Mayoress of Brisbane and Chair of the Lord Mayor’s Charitable Trust

Nina has a real passion for people and loves the opportunity to provide encouragement and support for the fantastic work being done by charities across Brisbane.

As the Chair of the Lord Mayor’s Charitable Trust, Nina is devoted to ensuring the Trust not only continues supporting grassroots charities that are having such a big impact in our community, but also to enhance Brisbane’s reputation as a friendly and compassionate city that will host the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Loretta Ryan

ABC Radio Presenter

Loretta Ryan is a prominent figure in Australian broadcasting with an illustrious 40-year career. As a beloved voice on ABC Radio Brisbane, she deeply connects with her audience through authentic storytelling.

Born and raised in Brisbane, Loretta’s journey in radio led her through esteemed roles at Radio Ten, Triple M Brisbane, 4BH, and 4BC before settling at ABC Radio Brisbane.

Sharon Orapeleng

Founder and Director of Psyched Solutions

A tireless advocate for social inclusion and justice, with an extensive background in behavioral sciences and community development. As the founder and director of ‘Psyched Solutions,’ her work in mental health and passionate advocacy for social justice perfectly align with our mission to provide dignified, fit-for-purpose housing for Brisbane's hidden homeless.

Georgie Chumbley

News Reporter

The beloved Queensland correspondent for @sunriseon7, With an exceptional career in TV journalism, Georgie’s dedication to telling impactful stories has made her a beloved figure among Queenslanders.

Her reporting has taken her across diverse regions in Queensland, captivating audiences with impactful storytelling.

Antonia Mercorella

CEO of the Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ)

Antonia is the dynamic and visionary CEO of the Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ), where she has made history as both its youngest and first female leader. With a career spanning over two decades, her background is rich in legal and executive management roles, focusing extensively on property law and real estate industry advocacy.

Antonia’s unwavering commitment to social justice, combined with her profound understanding of the real estate sector, positions her uniquely to champion the cause of ending homelessness among older women.

Margaux Parker

Media Personality

Margaux Parker is a prominent Australian media personality and co–host of Triple M Brisbane’s Breakfast Show. With her engaging and down–to–earth style, she has built a strong connection with audiences across Queensland.

Beyond radio, Margaux is a passionate advocate for community–driven initiatives and women’s empowerment. Her involvement in the Live Like Her Challenge reflects her commitment to raising awareness about homelessness among women over 55 and driving meaningful change.

A proud Brisbane local, Margaux balances her media career with family life, raising four children with her husband, former Brisbane Broncos player Corey Parker. Her background in broadcasting, media, and public speaking makes her a powerful voice for the Live Like Her Challenge and its mission.

Kerri-Anne Dooley

Founder of My Care Enterprises

Kerri–Anne Dooley is the State Member for Redcliffe and a passionate advocate for community health, social justice, and housing security. A registered nurse and founder of My Care Enterprises, she has dedicated her career to providing personalised nursing services to individuals with complex care needs.

Kerri–Anne has been a long–time supporter of The Forgotten Women she also attended the inaugural Live Like Her Challenge in 2022 when just 46 cars took part. Her early advocacy helped lay the foundation for what has become a major annual event raising critical funds and awareness for women over 55 facing homelessness.

A proud mother of four, Kerri–Anne has held leadership roles in numerous local and statewide community organisations including Palliative Care Queensland, Crime Stoppers, Cancer Council’s Relay for Life, and the Moreton Bay Dementia Alliance. She also played a key role in helping establish Hummingbird House, Queensland’s only children’s hospice.

Kerri–Anne’s unwavering commitment to the health and dignity of others continues to make a lasting impact. We are honoured to welcome her back as an ambassador for The Forgotten Women.

Kim Knox

General Manager of Brisbane’s iconic Riparian Plaza for CBRE

Kim Knox is an award-winning commercial property professional, with more than two decades of experience managing landmark assets. As General Manager of Brisbane’s iconic Riparian Plaza for CBRE, Kim oversees one of the city’s premier commercial, retail and residential towers.

Her leadership and commitment to excellence have been recognised nationally, winning both the REIQ and REIA Commercial Property Manager of the Year awards in 2013. Kim is also a passionate community advocate, serving as an Ambassador for the Brisbane Lord Mayor’s Charitable Trust and one of the founders of the Brisbane Big City BBQ (now BrisSizzle and Sounds) – a major annual fundraiser that has raised over 1 Million dollars for local charities.

Now joining The Forgotten Women as an Ambassador for the Live Like Her Challenge, Kim brings her influence, energy and compassion to help shine a light on the hidden homelessness crisis facing women over 55, and to rally support for safe, secure housing for those in need.