Trudi-Louise Chant

I am a dedicated and results-oriented professional, guided by Christian values.

With a strong work ethic and a commitment to empowering individuals, particularly people with barriers and challenges. I am known for building rapport and fostering positive relationships easily with a diverse range of people, especially young people.

I adapt and enjoy working independently and in team settings with excellent planning, organisational, and time management skills.

With my coaching and mentoring skills, with a holistic and non-judgmental approach, inspires curiosity and lifelong learning in the participant.

Additionally, I am computer literate. I can adhere to policies while providing high-quality service.

I am an enthusiastic community member, plus dedicated to continuous personal development and contributing positively to my community and workplace.

Oct 2015 – 2020 Anglican Parish of Coleambally & Darlington Point Op Shop

Retail Operations & Community Liaison

• Managed merchandising, store maintenance, and staff training, fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Secured funding through community grants, demonstrating strong project and financial management skills.
• Built strong relationships with church leadership, local government, vendors, and disability service providers.
• Ensured compliance with Workplace Health and Safety regulations.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Expertise in community engagement, grant applications, and project management.

Key Achievements

• Successfully led the "Climate Control Project" from funding application to installation.
• Coordinated funding and enrolments for First Aid and Food Safety courses, providing ongoing support to participants.

2015-16 & 2017-18    TASTE Coleambally Food and Farm Festival

Committee Member & Volunteer Coordinator. 

• Created and managed the Taste Art Prize, including administration, promotional materials, and WHS risk assessments.
• Liaised with professional artists, schools, and sponsors to secure entries and funding.
• Trained and led a team to deliver tasks within deadlines and festival guidelines.
• Coordinated market stallholders, art workshops, and exhibition setup.
• Organized Opening Night Cocktail Party, including judging and prizes.

Key Achievements

• Contributed to a community project celebrating regional culture.
• Personally nominated for the Coleambally Australia Day Cultural Award (2017).
• Led the Arts Precinct to win the Coleambally Australia Day Cultural Award (2017).

Jodie Ryan Co Founder & Managing Director at My Plan Connect, Leeton.

Phone: Jodie’s personal mobile: 0413593482 / MPC office 0488 654 488.

Email: Jodie@myplanconnect.com.au 

Alyse Cox,  Head Teacher Wellbeing and Learning & Support at

Coleambally Central School

Phone: 0479097449

Email: alyse.cox6@det.nsw.edu.au

• 2005 Mental Health First Aid Course ANU & Centre for Mental Health Research. NSW
• 2002 Certificate IV in Small Business Management Business Enterprise Centre. Griffith NSW
• 2001 Statement of Attainment Computing Stage Two Former Griffith Adult Learning Association (GALA Inc) NSW
• 2001 Diploma in Clinical Hypnotherapy and Certificate in Adlerian Lifestyle Assessment.The Australian college of Clinical Hypnotherapy. VIC
• 2000 Clinical Hypo-Reiki Seichim 1st degree and 2nd degree healer. - Certificate Principles of Individual Psychology.The Australian college of Clinical Hypnotherapy. VIC
• 1999 NSW Hairdresser’s Lic no:39479 D.I.R NSW
• 1994 Certificate in Advanced Designer Pivot Point Hair design college, Sydney. NSW
• 1991 Graduate Diploma Hairdressing Pivot Point Hair Design College. VIC Trade Certificate HAIRDRESSING rego no:388 State Training Board. VIC
• 1990 Completed successfully Clerical Traineeship at Leeton TAFE

Extra courses completed;

• 2005 Ki Force Channel Advanced 2nd Degree Ki Force Australia. VIC
• 2002 Ki Force Channel 1st Degree Ki Force Australia. VIC
• 2002 OH&S induction for employees. Work Cover. NSW
• 1990 Presbytery Youth Leadership Scheme. Uniting Church Australia. NSW
• 1989 Certificate Office Skills - Clerical Leeton TAFE. NSW
• 1998 School Certificate Coleambally Central School. NSW.

March - Oct 2016

Australian Bureau of Statics.

Job Role;  2016 Census Area Supervisor Full-time

• Implement policies and procedures of the ABS to conduct the Census 2016 in Narrandera and surrounding areas and towns.

•  Conducted interviews to employ a team of 6. Included formal & on the job training.

•  Support the team 7 days a week.  Monitor the area for all risks and hazards.

•  Learn and use new computer and APP programs.

• Maintained excellent communication with direct supervisors, fellow area supervisors,

staff, and relevant stakeholders 

(Local councils, mission Australia, St Vinnies, Fusion, Migrant officers etc).

2010 - 2011

WRCC Western Riverina Community College.

Job Role; Tutor beginners 6 weeks Yoga classes Part-time. In Griffith and Coleambally.

1998 Nov - 2007 FT   2007 Aug - 2025 PT

Owner of Trudi’s Hair Shoppe, Coleambally

Job Role; Owner & Operator – Hair and Beauty Salon

• Managed business operations, staff development, and client services for 20+ years.
• Designed promotional materials and authored local newspaper articles.
• Gained excellent skills in customer service, negotiation, problem-solving, and communication.
• Awarded "Most Outstanding Customer Service Person" (1995).

2007 Feb-June

Personnel Group, Griffith

Job Role; Youth Pathways Officer (Part-Time)

• Addressed educational barriers for young people and provided career guidance.

• Built stakeholder relationships and prepared reports for DEST.
• Coordinated training programs in schools and TAFE.
• Designed and implemented tailored training plans. (e.g., meditation, yoga, "Best Foot Forward").
• Managed staff and logistics for successful delivery of group sessions.
• Collaborated effectively within a team to consistently achieve benchmarks.

2000 – 2002

G.A.L.A (Griffith Adult Learning Association)

Job Role; Adult Tutor Part-Time

• Coordinated outreach courses and delivered Meditation and Yoga classes.
• Skills gained in teaching programs, coordination, class delivery, and teamwork.
• Volunteered as a Board Member, contributing to organisational of governance.