2025 STAFF TEAM
Cal McCrossen
Director
Cal brings a wealth of experience in outdoor education and a deep enthusiasm for the value of high quality outdoor experiences. Returning to the team after his previous staff role in 2018, Cal is glad to be back. Cal’s loves to spend time skiing, rock climbing, mountain biking, and bread-making.
Imogen Ive
Director
Imogen’s journey with Mittagundi began during her first winter volunteer program, where she quickly fell in love with the place and its simple way of life. She shares Cal’s enthusiasm for outdoor education and is passionate about nurturing young people through immersive nature experiences. Imogen has a degree in Human Geography & Sustainable Development, and her interests include gardening, sustainability & living as closely with the land as possible.
Jack Pickett
Leader
Hailing from the “sunnie” coast, Jack is our resident gardener- though he promises he loves his other job areas too! Having just finished his permaculture course he’s keen to get his hands dirty this year. When he isn’t in the garden, he loves to play chess and practice his handstands, and is always keen for a chat and a cup of herbal tea.
Genevieve Doherty
Leader
Gen comes to Mittagundi from Melbourne, and is taking a year off from her fine arts degree. With a bit of bush influence and a love for arts and crafts, she really brings a unique mix to the table. Genevieve usually has several books on the go from our wide selection of Mitta reads, plus a knitting project always nearby. She’s always ready with kind words and enjoys thoughtful, philosophical conversations.
Alby Winneke-Boyle
Leader
Here we have Alby, From Castlemaine, As an ex-young person, he’s in familiar terrain, First returned as a volunteer, Now as a leader, a new career, He’s the fixer of fences, carer of chooks, When not working, his head in a book, Practicing his art with a steady hand While listening to a wide variety of bands, Our resident tall guy, reaches the highest place, Carries himself with a calm look on his face, So calm so, I’m willing to bet, That he’s one of the chilliest guys you’d have ever met.
George Hamilton
Leader
George is our newest team member, and his warm energy and plumbing fixing skills have led him to integrate quickly. Coming up from Melbourne, George is excited this year to hone his farming skills and hang out with the young people who come on programs. He is a keen hiker, and so has been enjoying exploring the high country. He is currently taking a gap year from studying music and pathology, and loves to play the guitar in the quiet moments on the farm
Belinda Black
Accounts Manager
Belinda is based on the Mornington Peninsula and manages all the accounts for Mittagundi.
Belinda attended Mittagundi many years ago as a young person and it sparked a love of the outdoors that has led her on many adventures around the world. These days three young children keep life busy, fun and filled with laughs.
Hayley Dean
Bookings & Communications Coordinator
Hayley is your go-to person at Mittagundi for bookings and communications.
Hayley and her husband operate a building business and a Mountain Biking shuttle service in Bairnsdale where they are also busy raising two children. Her passion for camping and exploring outback tracks on her mountain bike keeps her energized when she's not on duty.
Vinnie
Chicken-hearder, nap specialist
In his third year, Vinnie is our longest staying non- director! He would be in charge of the place by now, but rejected the promotion stating that herding the chickens and taking naps in the sun were his most important job area.
