Please explore this page to find out about the work of SU Australia staff in Tasmania and how God is using them to help give young people and their families hope for the future.

SU Staff Team - Tasmania


Stephanie Sebastian : Area Manager - Tas

Stephanie Sebastian - Area Manager - Tas

Stephanie is Area Manager for SU in Tasmania and is based in Launceston. Having started with SU in 2011, Stephanie has worked in camp ministries, holiday clubs and over 30 state schools in chaplaincy services. She has a passion for SU because she believes that together we can make a difference in children’s and young people’s lives. Stephanie holds qualifications in teaching, architecture and journalism, loves the outdoors and is an avid reader.

Michael Austin : Field Development Manager - South Tas

Michael Austin - Field Development Manager - South Tas

Michael is our Field Manager for the southern region of Tas. Before taking on his present role, he was a chaplain. Prior to working in chaplaincy, Michael worked in hospitality, making and roasting coffee. Due to his experience as a chaplain, Michael knows first-hand how important the role they play in a school and the community. There is nothing that Michael wants more than to see children and families understanding and walking the love of God, sharing the good news of Jesus with those around them.

Matt Munro : Field Development Manager North Tasmania, SU Australia

Matt Munro - Field Development Manager North Tasmania, SU Australia

Matt is our Field Development Manager for northern Tasmania. Based in Launceston, he works with chaplains, volunteers, and churches across the northern end of the state to bring God’s love to young people and their communities. With qualifications in ministry and theology, he is excited to see God at work in the lives of ordinary people in all walks of life.

Jenny Cowley : Curriculum Developer (SU Australia)

Jenny Cowley - Curriculum Developer (SU Australia)

Based in the Hobart office, Jenny is a Curriculum Developer with SU's Institute of Training (SUIT).  Jenny started with SU in Tasmania in 1989 as a schools ministry volunteer and moved on to leading camps, writing program material and training ministry leaders.  She has qualifications in youth work, primary teaching and vocational education and has been employed with SU in a range of ministry and management roles.

Alan George : Marketing Lead / Graphic Designer (SU Australia)

Alan George - Marketing Lead / Graphic Designer (SU Australia)

Alan works in the national marketing team of SU Australia. Spending his time working at his current home base in Ulverstone and the SU office in Hobart, he enjoys the opportunity to partner with staff, volunteers and supporters across the entire state. With qualifications in education and graphic design, Alan is excited to be using his communications skills for a Christian organisation that gives hope to young people and from which he has been personally impacted.

Suzette Davey : Support Administrator South Zone Tasmania, SU Australia

Suzette Davey - Support Administrator South Zone Tasmania, SU Australia

Suzette is our Field Support Administrator in Tasmania, assisting SU workers and volunteers with their clerical needs so that they can focus on their ministry. She takes care of reception in our Hobart office and is most likely the first person you encounter when you email or call. Suzette hopes to continue using her qualifications in social sciences with a focus on Christian ministry, together with her past work experience, to benefit the community as we share the gospel of Jesus in word and deed.

Kate Rewis : Finance Administration Assistant, SU Australia

Kate Rewis - Finance Administration Assistant, SU Australia

Kate looks after Finance and Administration of SU in Tasmania and is based in the Hobart office. She has worked for over 20 years in the government, not-for-profit and private sectors. Although originally from Siberia, Russia, Kate also lived for 18 years in Florida, USA. Kate and her husband were active in Missionary and Boy Scouts of America. Kate is thankful that God brought her to Tasmania and gave her the opportunity to use her skills and experience to serve God.