Executive leadership team

The Shire of Nillumbik's executive leadership team, headed by the Chief Executive Officer, are responsible for the day-to-day management of council operations in line with the strategic directions of the Council Plan.

Our executive team

Carl Cowie
Chief Executive Officer

Carl Cowie

Claire Quinlan
Chief Operating Officer

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  • Capital and Infrastructure
  • Recreation and Leisure
  • Operations Centre

Frank Vassilacos
Director Planning, Environment and Strategy

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  • Building
  • Strategic Planning and Environment
  • Traffic and Transport
  • Statutory Planning and Health
  • Economic Development and Tourism

Blaga Naumoski
Director Governance, Communications and Community Safety 

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  • Governance and Property
  • Communications and Engagement
  • Community Safety
  • Emergency Management
  • Corporate Information and Integrity

Jeremy Livingston
Director Culture and Performance

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  • Finance, Assets and Procurement
  • Customer Experience and Business Performance
  • Information Technology
  • Human Resources
  • Risk and Safety
  • Edendale Community Environment Farm

Corrienne Nichols
Director Communities

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  • Living & Learning Nillumbik
  • Community Partnerships
  • Community Programs
  • Libraries
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