Governance

Meet the passionate individuals guiding RDA Top End.

RDA Top End Constitution

Current Constitution

Our constitution outlines the rules and principles that guide how we operate.

Annual Reports

Stay informed with our annual updates on operations, impact, and community outcomes.

Our Commitment

We are committed to creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all. Accessibility and inclusion are at the core of every program and decision we make. Our facilities, practices, and programs are designed to accommodate the needs of participants, volunteers, and visitors of all abilities.

Meet Our Management Committee

Management Committee Member since February 2019 · Chair since January 2021

Tania’s youngest son has a physical disability and began riding with RDA Top End in 2015. Witnessing the developmental benefits of horse riding first-hand, she became a passionate advocate for the organisation.

Since joining the committee, Tania has helped secure funding from Palmerston City Council, BMD Group, Darwin Turf Club, and Variety NT. As Chair, she has led governance improvements and strengthened staffing and community partnerships.

Professionally, Tania is a classroom teacher at a local special needs school. She holds a Master in Environmental Biology and a Graduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning.

“Horse riding has been so beneficial for my son’s development—and much more fun than regular physiotherapy sessions.”

“The biggest asset I bring to RDA in the Top End is my passion and enthusiasm for the Association and the programs it offers. The potential of the organisation is huge, and I look forward to working with the rest of the Committee to develop and grow RDA in the Top End.”

Luke Roe

Vice-Chair

Management Committee Member since July 2021
A lifelong Territorian originally from Pine Creek, Luke’s connection to RDA began when his son started riding in 2019. He values the joy and opportunities RDA provides to participants.



Luke brings experience in project management through his role as a project supervisor at an electrical and engineering contracting company. He also serves on his company’s corporate responsibility fund committee, where he has helped direct funding to NT Indigenous STEM initiatives.

TBA

Secretary

Annual General Meeting Saturday 31 May

Lorraine Hodgson

Public Officer

Management Committee Member since December 2021

Lorraine is a respected educator with extensive experience supporting students of all abilities. She is a director with the Australian Special Education Principals Association and Chair of the Teacher Registration Board NT.

Recently retired as Principal of Nemarluk Special School, Lorraine now enjoys walking her two dogs in George Brown Botanical Gardens and contributing her expertise to RDA Top End.

Wendy Young-Smith

Treasurer

Annual General Meeting Saturday 31 May

Committee Member

TBA

Annual General Meeting Saturday 31 May 

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Annual General Meeting Saturday 31 May 

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Annual General Meeting Saturday 31 May 

We welcome expressions of interest from community members who are passionate about inclusive programs and making a difference in people’s lives.