Our Directors (Non-Executive)
Erin Turner - Chair
Erin Turner is a consumer advocate who works with governments and regulators to make markets fairer for Australians. Erin is the CEO of the Consumer Policy Research Centre, a not-for-profit think tank. Erin’s most recently led the advocacy and communications team at consumer group CHOICE and she previously worked for not-for-profits including the Australian Communications Consumer Action Network and the Community Broadcasting Association of Australia. Erin has a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Politics and Public Policy. She is a graduate of the AICD and is a board member of the Australian Financial Complaints Authority.
Melissa Ralph - Deputy Chair
The chief executive officer of Hunter Health Insurance, Melissa has more than 19 years’ experience across the member-owned financial services sector, with a strong background in strategy development and execution, financial management, risk management and governance. Melissa, previously the chief executive officer of Goulburn Murray Credit Union Co-operative, is a director of the Australian Regional Health Group. She holds memberships with the AICD and the Governance Institute of Australia.
Ed Butler
Ed Butler brings a strategic communications and consumer experience focus to the board. He has more than a decade of experience in for-purpose communications, specifically in the legal help and environment sectors. He is the manager of communications and customer services at Mount Alexander Shire Council. Ed has over a decade’s experience across corporate, non-profit and state and local government communications. This has given him unique insights into the power of compelling storytelling to motivate action in an audience.
‘My time in the justice sector has shown me how critical legal help can be for people facing major life problems. It has also shown me the challenges in getting that help to them, the importance of meeting people where they are and speaking to them in a language they understand. ARC Justice clearly understands that too and I hope I can make some small contribution to the amazing work ARC Justice does every day.’
Clare Fountain
Clare Fountain owns an award-winning professional services practice, working with clients across Australia. As the lead consultant, she delivers training, facilitation, consulting and mentoring across multiple sectors as well as designing and delivering strategic and business planning programs. Clare is regarded as a specialist in business model development in the co-operative sector and works in partnership with the peak body, the Business Council of Co-operatives and Mutuals, to deliver sector-informed training and education outcomes. An experienced director, Clare has been a founding member of several initiatives, including a platform co-op and a co-working space. She holds three governance roles.
‘I feel that access to legal services and tenancy advice play a key role in influencing the social determinants of health for members of our community. I am motivated to support our community to gain housing security and effectively resolve legal issues that result in improving their quality of life and therefore that of their family and our community. I believe ARC Justice shares this same motivation and vision.’
Sarah Gee
Sarah Gee owns a commercial law firm in Bendigo, where she has practiced since 2013. She is highly regarded for her strong legal skills, commercial acumen and well-rounded governance skill with a Bachelor of Management and GACID qualification to sit beside her law degree. Sarah has a keen sense of justice, contributing to community efforts to support organisations across the education, domestic violence, food security and gender equity spaces including through her annual personal commitment to 100 hours of pro bono work and various not-for-profit board positions. Sarah uses her platform and experience to build sustainability and strong performance structures that support and compound the efforts of those working every day in the organisation with our vulnerable community members.
‘I support ARC Justice because I believe our legal and housing systems have too many cracks that people can fall through. By leveraging my business skills, I can contribute to building a robust organisation which can intensify its impact delivering positive social outcomes at both a community and individual level.’
Rebecca Hearn
Rebecca Hearn is a CPA with more than 21 years of financial leadership experience, specialising in business consulting, financial management and team development. She excels at streamlining operations, guiding strategic decisions and implementing robust financial systems. Her expertise covers financial reporting, budgeting and regulatory compliance across banking and agriculture. Recognised for a goal-oriented approach, strong organisation and relationship-building, she delivers business growth. Rebecca’s passion extends to advocacy and the not-for-profit sector. Believing in the power of organisations to effect social change, she supports not-for-profits with resource management and financial sustainability through her strategic consulting background.
Ian Heycox
Ian Heycox has more than 40 years of experience spanning community services, justice, public health, government, manufacturing and resources. As Chief People Officer at the Australian Community Services Organisation from 2018 to 2024, he was part of a leadership team leading initiatives to divert people from the justice system. He has held senior executive roles at Monash and Eastern Health, a private equity firm and BHP, focusing on cultural change, risk management and the employee experience. A champion of equity, diversity and inclusion, Ian is skilled at aligning organisational goals with community and regulatory expectations. He is a Director at Your People Experience and a corporate advisor at Melbourne-based architectural practice Trower Falvo.
Narlinga Morgan
Narlinga Morgan, a very proud Yorta Yorta woman, brings experience and passion in social justice and human rights to the board, specifically in working with First Nations communities and underserviced communities and advocating for equality, better access to services and improved holistic health outcomes for all. She has held senior and leadership positions in State Government, not-for-profit community service organisations and Aboriginal community-controlled health services. Narlinga has led programs and projects in the healthcare, justice, disability, community mental health and family violence sectors and is a committee member on the board of a not-for-profit community service organisation that aims to support woman against gender-based violence.
‘I feel strongly about the values and services ARC Justice offers to our communities, including advocacy, tenancy and access to legal and fair justice services for all.’