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My CV

Claire Douglas’s long time residency in Albury has been marked by continual commitment to working for our community. Her education at the universities of Monash, Sydney and Melbourne, combined with travel opportunities, has been a preparation for a life of public involvement. Her tertiary qualifications in Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Dietetics, Sports Nutrition and Education have led her into private business and academia. She is self-employed as a dietician and as a sessional lecturer at the TAFE colleges in Albury and Wodonga.

Claire’s election to the Albury City Council and elevation to Deputy Mayor were the last of a long line of community responsibilities. Her experience as a councillor has further strengthened her commitment to the community.

Grateful for her own opportunities, she has used her skills and abilities to create opportunities for others. She has chaired, convened and poured her energy into dozens of other community projects.

  • President, Save Our City, Albury.
  • Original Convenor of Albury Public School Environment Committee.
  • Suicide counsellor for the Samaritans.
  • Chairperson Cultural Precinct Committee.
  • Chairperson, Breaking Ground, an alternative education program.
  • Past member of Albury High School Council.
  • Member of Wonga Wetlands Committee.
  • Chairperson, Mirambeena Community Centre Management Committee.
  • Board Member, Regional Arts Board.
  • Committee Member, Regional Art Gallery.
  • Chairperson, West Albury Community Garden.
  • Convenor of East Albury Landcare Group.
Somewhere in this active life, she finds time to bushwalk and tend her Australian native garden. At the heart of her private life, is her family. Claire and her paediatrician husband, John, raised their four children in Albury. These were busy years, serving on school committees, running a business and getting involved in the community.

Claire Douglas is living proof of the saying that if you want something done, you should find someone who is busy.

© 2002-2003 Claire Douglas
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