Malcolm McCusker has a passion for social justice and is committed to helping those less fortunate than himself. From humble beginnings, Malcolm has reached the highest pinnacle of the legal profession as Queen’s Counsel, and is the most senior practising QC in Western Australia and more recently as the WA Governor.
For many years Malcolm has worked to improve the lives of Australian people, championing community causes and encouraging others to recognise the importance of giving back to Australia. His charity work has been prolific and covered all areas of need. He has donated in excess of $20 million and provided many hours of volunteer service, making a significant difference to over 100 organisations and a multitude of individuals.
His philanthropic goal of educating and encouraging Australians to give back to their community is unique in its approach. After identifying a community need Malcolm encourages partnerships and collaborations from corporate and private stakeholders, then develops a strategy to best effect change. In this way he provides leadership, mentoring, strategic advice and support while ensuring the project’s sustainability. He recently set up the McCusker Charitable Foundation which is aimed at supporting organisations and groups in the community to improve health and education in Western Australia.
Malcolm has been involved with the Royal Life Saving Society WA for many years as an Honorary Solicitor Malcolm has had a long association with aquatics having completed/competed in 13 Avon Descents. He is honoured to be named as the organisation’s inaugural patron.
Mr Ross Peters (1998–Present)
Ross has been actively employed in the area of facility management for the last ten years. He is active in supporting the Society's indigenous water safety program and has provided significant input into the development of the Society’s Community Health Business Plan.
Mr Colin Hassell (1999–Present)
Colin has worked in both the UK and Australia for over 35 years and is highly respected within the aquatics industry. He has a specific interest in activities for people with disabilities and has done considerable work in training indigenous people as water safety and swimming instructiors.
Audrey Cahill (1998–Present)
Audrey has been involved with Royal Life Saving as both a volunteer and staff member for many years. She has a strong accounting background and provides professional advice for a variety of businesses. These skills have provided Royal Life Saving with the ability to develop sound accounting systems and practices during Audrey's time as a board member.
Michael McDermott (2007–Present)
Jeff Fondacaro (2006–Present)
Jeff has worked in the aquatics industry since 1976. He moved to WA in 1988 and has worked at numerous aquatic centres during this time. He is currently employed at the Beatty Park Leisure Centre as the Assistant Manager Aquatics and Operation Services.
Jeff works closely with the Aquatic Industry through his involvement with the Leisure Institute of WA of which he has been a member since 1990.
David Cummins (2007–Present)
David has been involved with the aquatics industry for more than 30 years. He chaired the organising committee for the 1999 Pan Pacific Masters Swimming Championships, Aussi Masters National Championships, and several other National and State Championships. David was one of the instigators of the formation of Masters Swimming in WA.