We Farewell and Welcome

Farewell and Thank You to Maree Feutrill

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Maree Feutrill, who recently concluded her role as Chief Executive Officer of Saltbush Balnarring Beach, having commenced in January 2024.

During her time at Saltbush, Maree brought warmth, energy and a deep commitment to community connection. She led with generosity and vision, strengthening partnerships and ensuring that Saltbush continued to offer a place of welcome, rest and renewal for individuals and groups who visit the centre. 

Maree has guided a number of significant projects during her time as CEO, including the development of a native garden, updates to the houses onsite including the installation of new kitchens, and the regeneration of land in partnership with Landcare.  She has also strengthened partnerships with Kildare Ministries schools and other community works. Just one example of this is the very successful Kildare Ministries’ Schools Tree Planting Day held in August. 

Maree’s leadership reflected the heart of the Kildare Ministries value of Hospitality – Welcoming All. Through her inclusive approach and genuine care for others, she helped nurture the spirit of Saltbush as a place where people can reconnect with nature, with one another and with themselves.

We thank Maree sincerely for her contribution to the Kildare Ministries community and wish her every blessing for the future.

Welcome to Keeley Reade

We warmly welcome Keeley Reade as Interim CEO of Saltbush Balnarring Beach. Keeley is well known to the Saltbush community, having served as a Board Director and as a long-time resident of the Mornington Peninsula. She brings extensive experience in the digital health sector and across healthcare, aged and disability care, local government, and education.

Keeley combines strong professional expertise with a deep commitment to community. A long-standing advocate for the mission of Saltbush, she brings both strategic insight and compassion to her leadership. Her appointment ensures continuity of purpose and strengthens Saltbush’s capacity to offer short-term respite for as many guests as possible.

We look forward to Keeley’s leadership as Saltbush continues its work of welcome, rest, and renewal for all who visit.