Candidate Profiles
North Sydney
Goron Gilkes
As a parent who’s spent nearly two decades working with schools and families across NSW. I’ve seen firsthand the positive effect of strong partnerships between parents and schools transform their community. I’ve also seen where the system fails to listen.
As your representative, I’ll bring real experience, clear values and the courage to speak up. In a time of rising pressures on families there is an increasing need for more resources at school for inclusion to student wellbeing. Today, our voices matter more than ever. I will ensure parents are heard, respected and included in shaping our public education system.
Michael Mastrofilippo
I currently serve as P&C President at both Epping Boys High School and Smalls Road Public Schools, with six years in executive roles. I am passionate about building strong school communities and fostering collaboration between parents, staff, and students. My focus is on Friendraising rather than Fundraising. As my principal says, Michael, you have been excellent at keeping the P&C on an even keel. You have not fuelled drama and keep people focused on the task at hand and the kids, we’d love you to do another year as president.
North west Sydney
Katherine Kirk
I’ve been actively involved in P&Cs since 2008 and a proud mum of five. I currently serve as President of Castle Hill High P&C and Vice President at Northmead CAPA High P&C, was the 2017 P&C Federation Volunteer of the Year and 2025 Hills Shire Council Citizen of the Year. I’m passionate about education and making sure our schools and students receive the resources they deserve. I want to represent the North West Area of Sydney to strengthen communication, and provide support. I’d genuinely value the opportunity to be your voice on the P&C Federation.
lara lizzio
I am a passionate advocate of parent voices in my community, all voices matter. I upgraded our P&C newsletter to profile school families, called “Meet the Parents”, as well as a Wellbeing page. I advocated for educational outcomes, funding a new SLSO at our school. I established a new sponsorship model that has maximised sponsor funds. I’ve utilised my consulting business expertise to improve efficiencies and profits from P&C business units; Canteen and Uniform shop. I’ve updated bylaws and implemented new policies. I’ve worked on P&C fundraising and community events, now an egg and bacon bbq expert.
lucas hirst
My passion for public education advocacy and community engagement runs deep. As president of our local high school’s P&C for the past three years, I’ve championed initiatives to fund vital projects and upgrade facilities- ensuring students thrive in inspiring learning environments. I believe equitable funding is essential to delivering quality education for all. If elected, I’ll focus on transparency, empowering P&C Associations, and tackling the critical challenges facing our schools.
christopher kirk
Since 2017, I’ve held various P&C executive roles across several schools, including President at St Ives High School (2022) and Northmead CAPA High School (2023- present), and Treasurer at Castle Hill High School (since 2021). I’m passionate about education and committed to improving outcomes for all students. As a North West Sydney delegate since 2021, I value the opportunity to network with other P&Cs and represent our shared concerns. I believe in the power of collaboration and advocacy, and I will continue to bring our community’s voice to the Federation to ensure we’re heard where it matters most.
michael nash
I’m a retired Veteran having served 22 Years in the Royal Australian Navy from 1988 to 2010. I am active with the Riverstone-Schofields Sub Branch of the RSL, which is an Ex-Service Organisation (ESO) dedicated to the Welfare and Wellbeing of all Veterans. I am happily married, with 3 Adult Children and a 9-year-old with special needs (ASD2, ADHD, ODD). I am determined to assist my youngest, his School, P&C and the School Community throughout his current & and future education journey. I’ve been P&C President at SPS since 2022 and Northwest Sydney Delegate since 2021.
riverina
Belinda horn
I have been an active P&C member for 15 years and currently serve as President of Albury High School P&C. With three children in public schools, I know how important it is for parent voices to shape the future of education. Regional families often face unique challenges, and I want to ensure Riverina perspectives are heard. My goal is to drive more equitable funding and policies so that all children, wherever they live, can benefit from the full opportunities of public education.
saba nabi
In order to guarantee that the opinion of parents and communities in Riverina is adequately reflected, I wish to run for the position of a Councillor on the NSW P&C Federation board. It’s critical that the state acknowledges the particular difficulties faced by rural and regional schools. In addition to my dedication to fairness and inclusion, I contribute expertise in health, education, community participation and multicultural affairs. I’ll fight for opportunities that benefit Riverina students and families, equitable resources and improved communication, ensuring every child receives the best-quality education. and an increase of local participation in statewide decisions.