South Coast Arts Staff

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Louise Croker
Director
Louise Croker

Louise Croker is a seasoned community and cultural development expert, holding a Bachelor of Arts and over three decades of experience engaging with diverse populations. Hailing from the Illawarra South Coast, she is deeply passionate about preserving and enhancing the region's natural beauty and cultural spaces. For 14 years, Louise served as Kiama Council's Cultural Development Officer, showcasing her dedication to nurturing the growth of creative arts communities and industries in the region. With a diverse background in both leadership and grassroots roles, Louise has been committed to supporting, nurturing, and inspiring communities through creativity across South West Sydney and the Illawarra. Possessing exceptional skills in networking, building partnerships, team development, project design and management, and community consultation, she is well-prepared to excel in her role as the inaugural Executive Director of South Coast Arts, continuing her commitment to regional cultural development.

Paul Ducco
Communication & Fundraising Officer
Paul Ducco

Paul is a multidisciplinary designer, director strategist with over 25 years’ experience in the creative, tech and film industries. Passionate about connecting culture, education, and the environment, Paul has become a sought-after collaborator in various fields. As the Director of Supernaut, a design-led and future-thinking studio, he has established ongoing relationships with culturally significant institutions such as Carriageworks, the Art Gallery of NSW, State Library of NSW, and Bundanon Trust. Paul's dedication to improving access to the arts in regional areas is reflected in his role as Vice Chair and co-founder of Southland Creative Inc (Shoalhaven). He also serves as Editor-in-Chief at Manta Publishing, an independent print and new media publisher based on the South Coast. Furthermore, Paul has played a significant role in bringing culturally significant Australian stories and discussions to the big screen through documentaries like 'The Final Quarter' and 'Araatika'.

Fiona Wilson
Bookkeeper/Accounts
Fiona Wilson

Fiona has been working as the bookkeeper for her family's company for the past 10 years whilst improving her skills with online courses during this time. Early work experience was accounts-based work then after having children she completed her Diploma in Community Services where she went on to work in home care and aged care sector for over 20 years. Fiona has recently moved to the south coast from Sydney to enjoy a slower pace to life as well as expanding her clientele as a way of getting to know the community she has moved into. She is enjoying exploring all this beautiful area has to offer while making new friends and co-workers.