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Meet the team


The 2026 RE Symposium is supported by a dedicated team who bring expertise in Catholic education, Religious Education, and event delivery. We are committed to creating a meaningful and enriching experience for all participants. 

Project leadership

Dr Nigel Zimmermann

Director Catholic Mission and Identity

Dr Beth Nolen

Manager Religious Education Excellence

Kyle Hoad

Project lead

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RE Symposium Organising Committee

The RE Symposium is made possible through the generous commitment and collaborative leadership of the Organising Committee. We gratefully acknowledge the contributions of representatives from the MACS Catholic Mission and Identity Directorate, Clergy, Principals from primary and secondary schools, Religious Education Leaders, Faith and Mission Leaders and MACS Strategic Communications & Engagement Team. Their collective expertise, guidance, and dedication have been instrumental in shaping the vision and delivery of this symposium.

Members

Ana Amorim

Marianne Anderson

Tracey Curro

Kyle Hoad

Laetitia Malusu

Elyse McHardy

Peter Moore

Beth Nolen

Marisa Patton

Kerrie‑Anne Porreca

Very Rev Mark Reynolds EV

Vanessa Shaw

Zoe Wood

Contact the team

resymposium@macs.vic.edu.au