People & Culture

People & Culture Advisor

Kirsten has over six years’ of experience in employment and recruitment-related roles. She holds a Bachelor of Business, with a dual Management & Human Resources major, as well as a Certificate IV in Project Management.

With a strong history in the Disability, Aged Care and now Early Childhood Education & Care sectors, Kirsten has a demonstrated passion for working in sectors that actively make a difference in the lives of those the organisation supports. Since joining the Discovery team in mid-2023, Kirsten has taken on a generalist role within the People & Culture team managing recruitment, onboarding, worker’s compensation and providing support to directors and staff.

Kirsten is the proud mother of two young children – a strong-willed boy, and a girl with a larger-than-life personality. When she’s not chasing after those two, her spare time is spent on their acreage at home in Natone, or camping around Tasmania with a book in hand.

People & Culture Officer

Andrea has 20 years of experience in the Early Childhood Education and Care Sector, with a vast range of experience in this time. Andrea holds an Advanced Diploma in Early Childhood Education and has achieved much in her time in the sector.

Beginning her career as an unqualified Outside School Hours Care Educator, Andrea worked her way up through her studies to become the Director of a service. She won the opportunity to travel to a Childcare Conference in Kuala Lumpur, which allowed her to gain knowledge and understanding of the sector in another country.

Starting with Discovery in 2022, Andrea initially worked as an Administration Support Officer and has now progressed into a role within the People & Culture Team. In her new role, Andrea assists with onboarding new staff, managing all aspects of employee training and qualifications, and works closely with our Manager of Innovation & Strategic Direction to support Discovery’s traineeship programs.

Andrea has 3 adult children, 2 beautiful grandchildren and a partner. After spending 35 years playing/coaching softball as a hobby, she now enjoys spending her weekends with her family and friends.

People & Culture Payroll Coordinator

A proud Bardi woman, Gabbi brings over two decades of payroll and administration experience to her role, with a strong commitment to people-first practices. Known for her calm, approachable nature and deep understanding of workforce systems, she plays a vital role in ensuring staff are supported, valued, and paid correctly and on time. Her work is grounded in a genuine passion for culture, community, and connection, and she takes pride in contributing to inclusive and supportive workplaces.

Beyond her professional life, she is a devoted mother of four. With three of her children living in Western Australia. An avid reader, she enjoys unwinding with a good book and follows MotoGP closely, never missing a race when she can help it. Her personal interests and strong family values reflect her grounded and warm personality, making her not just a skilled coordinator, but a valued and trusted member of any team.