Team Members

Clare Brennan

Director, First Steps Count

Clare Brennan leads the First Steps Count Child and Community Centre in Taree.

Centre Leader at First Steps Count

Toni Carson oversees operations at the First Steps Count Centre in Taree.

Research Officer, University of Sydney

Sophie Nicholls is a speech pathologist and researcher dedicated to enhancing community well-being by empowering individuals, children, and families.

Manager, Children, Young People and Families, HNELHD

Lauren Vaughan is the Manager for Children, Young People, and Families at Hunter New England Health.

Aboriginal Research Assistant, University of Sydney

Amy is an Aboriginal research assistant for Sydney University, based in Taree.