Mr Simon Duffy AM
Simon was recently appointed to the role of Chief Executive of Botanic Gardens of Sydney. leading the organisation into the future by advocating for the science, conservation, horticulture, education, recreation, and visitor programs that enrich the lives of our local communities and global audiences, as well as providing solutions to critical environmental challenges facing all…
Mr Chris Russell
Chris is the Director and Chief Executive of Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, overseeing the picturesque Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne and the native plant garden and nature reserve, Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne, incorporating the award-winning Australian Garden. In addition to innovative programming and events, the Gardens is home of the National Herbarium of Victoria and associated…
Mr Yann Gagnon
Yann Gagnon is a distinguished leader in botanical garden conservation and management. Since 2022, he has applied his extensive expertise as Director of the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens, where he focuses on enriching the Gardens’ offerings by blending the preservation of Tasmania’s unique flora with engaging, visitor experiences that aim to captivate and inspire. The…
Mr Peter Byron
Peter Byron is the General Manager at the Australian National Botanic Gardens responsible for the operations of the Gardens in areas such as management of the living collection, new developments, asset management, visitor services and corporate services.
Mr Michael Harvey
Michael has recently stepped into the role of leading South Australia’s iconic Botanic Gardens and State Herbarium. Managing three large estates across Adelaide’s CBD and picturesque Hills, draws on Michael’s significant background in the cultural and science sector. Michael’s career is strongly linked to the natural history of our world and provides a specific focus…
Mr Bryan Harty
Bryan has held the position of Director of George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens since 2013. He has qualifications in tropical horticulture and environmental science and has worked in the fields of horticultural training and indigenous natural resource management and training since the 1990s. In his role as a CHABG Committee member, Bryan represents both the…
