OUR TEAM

OUR TEAM

Paula Cobain

Executive Officer

Paula originates from Co. Antrim and relocated to Australia with her family in 2013. An experienced Pharmacist, she has worked in a variety of senior management roles in the health sectors, North & South of the border. Paula is passionate about improving the health and wellbeing of our community and is excited to join the ISA team in Sydney.

Contact Paula for any general enquiries.

Una McCrossan

Project Officer

Una is originally from Co. Monaghan and has been living in Sydney since 2012. Una has diverse and extensive experience in the events industry, both in Ireland and Australia, having worked across sales, coordination and management roles. Una is committed to delivering successful projects and events for the Irish/Australian community and is excited to be part of the ISA team.

Contact Una if you would like to volunteer, fundraise, or attend an event.

CONNIE MURPHY

Outreach Worker

Connie, originally from Co. Waterford, has been living in Sydney since January 2023. Connie has a background in adult education and community work in Ireland. She previously supported families from marginalised communities with the Limerick and Clare Education and Training Board. Passionate about connection and inclusion, Connie looks forward to supporting the Irish comminuty in her new role with the ISA.

Contact Connie if you require assistance with a personal matter.

MAIREAD CHARLTON

Outreach Worker

Mairead comes from Co. Mayo and has been living in Sydney since 2021. Mairead has extensive experience in healthcare in both Ireland and Australia as a registered nurse and is passionate about helping others. Mairead enjoys the diverse role of an Outreach Worker and is committed to helping members of the Irish community navigate the difficulties that can occur while living abroad. 

Contact Mairead if you require assistance with a personal matter.

Our committee

  • Alan Humphreys

    President

    Alan, originally from Cork has been living in Sydney since 2012. He joined the committee in November 2021 having previously volunteered with some key fundraising initiatives for the ISA. Alan is a Senior Retail Executive having worked with major global retailers both here in Australia and abroad.

  • EOIN SCANNELL

    Treasurer

    Originally from Cork City, Eoin moved to Sydney 9 years ago. He joined our committee in October 2017. A Chartered Accountant, Eoin brings with him a wealth of experience having worked in large multinational companies in both Ireland and Sydney.

  • Ciara Walsh

    Vice President

    Ciara is originally from Cork and moved to Sydney in 2019. She joined the committee in October 2021. Ciara works as a Senior Manager with a top-tier strategy consulting firm and brings a wealth of experience having worked with c-suite clients all over the world.

  • BRIGID MAHER

    Secretary

    Brigid is originally from Co. Tipperary. Brigid moved to Sydney in 2008 for a 6 month holiday. She currently works as a Project Management Analyst in Clinical Research. Brigid is actively involved in the Irish Community, where she manages the Sydney Social Irish networking group.

  • BARRY CROSSEY

    Committee Member

    Originally from Banbridge, Co. Down, Barry has called Australia home for over 15 years. Moving from Perth to Sydney over 13 years ago, where he now calls home with his wife and 3 kids.

    Barry has worked in the Construction Industry for over 20 years working his way to General Manager with his most recent roles.

    Barry connected with the ISA by offering his time through our Befriending Program, an incredibly enriching program that aims to reduce social isolation within our senior community. By joining the ISA Committee, Barry is keen to give back to the community that he loves.

  • SIOBHAN BRYANT

    Committee Member

    Siobhan, originally from Listowel, Co Kerry came to Australia in 1997. Siobhan is a Registered Nurse and has spent the last 15 years in Theatre Management roles. Siobhan has recently relocated back from New Zealand where she spent 3.5 years working alongside her husband. She is excited to be back in Sydney and is looking forward to being part of the Irish Support Agency.

  • PAUL ENNIS

    Committee Member

    Born in Wexford, and hailing from Limerick, Paul arrived in Sydney as part of a round-the-world trip in 2008 and decided to call Sydney home or the foreseeable future.

    For 16 years, he has worked exclusively in NSW as a Construction and Commercial Manager for one of Australia’s largest infrastructure contractors.

    Paul is passionate about the promotion of mental health awareness. He is excited about contributing to the important work being undertaken by the ISA here in NSW.

  • MARY DURKAN

    Committee Member

    Mary is originally from Dublin with strong family links to Mayo, where both her Mum and Dad hailed from.

    Mary has lived in Sydney since the early 1990s and brings a diverse professional background, including events management, hospitality, and more than 20 years of experience in senior executive leadership roles across the public service and corporate sectors. Her expertise lies in customer engagement, experience, and change management.

    Mary is excited to collaborate with and support the ISA committee in their invaluable work within the Irish community.

  • Kevin O'Brien

    Committee Member

    Originally from Co. Sligo, Ireland, Kevin has called Sydney home since 2017. By day, he works in construction, as an operator. An avid supporter of the Irish community in Sydney, Kevin has attended numerous ISA events and is excited to join the committee to give back and contribute to the community he loves.