our team
The RFCS Victoria West team brings together experienced rural financial counsellors, wellbeing professionals and support staff who are passionate about helping people navigate challenges, build resilience and plan for the future.
Our team understands the realities of living and working in rural and regional communities. Many of our staff have backgrounds in agriculture, small business, community services and regional industries, bringing practical knowledge and local understanding to every conversation.
We are committed to providing support that is respectful, confidential and tailored to the unique circumstances of each client.
Experienced, local and committed to supporting rural communities
supporting communities across western victoria
Our team is based throughout western Victoria, allowing us to maintain strong connections with the communities we serve.
We understand the challenges facing farmers, families and small business owners, including seasonal pressures, changing economic conditions, disaster recovery, succession planning and financial uncertainty.
By combining local knowledge with professional expertise, we help people explore options, access support and make informed decisions.
ACCREDITED AND PROFESSIONAL SUPPORT
All our financial counsellors are accredited through Financial Counselling Victoria (FCVic) and work in accordance with professional standards, ethical practice and ongoing professional development requirements.
Our team is supported through ongoing training, supervision and sector-based professional support to ensure clients receive high-quality, independent assistance.
WORKING TOGETHER FOR BETTER OUTCOMES
We take a collaborative approach to supporting clients.
Our financial counsellors work closely with wellbeing staff, community organisations, government agencies and referral partners to help people access the right support at the right time.
This integrated approach helps ensure clients receive practical assistance that supports both financial wellbeing and broader personal and community outcomes.
MEET OUR TEAM
Our people are at the heart of what we do. Their experience, local knowledge and commitment to supporting rural communities help make RFCS Victoria West a trusted source of support across western Victoria.
Management Team
Anna has worked closely with farming families to gain an understanding of the pressures they face.
She recognises the link between financial hardship and emotional wellbeing and her empathetic and
non-judgmental approach ensures clients feel supported as they work on improving their financial position.
Anna has a Bachelor of Management (Labour Relations), Diploma of Financial Counselling and a Diploma of Counselling.
Anna McGee - Team Leader Welbeing Coordinator
Originally from a mixed farming property in north west NSW, Stephanie has a background in small business and over twenty years’ experience in rural financial counselling. Stephanie has worked predominantly with irrigated horticulture and dry-land broad-acre farmers. Financial analysis is a key interest, and she has developed a strong network of farming and industry stakeholders.
Quals: Bach of Agricultural Economics from University of New England. Diploma of Community Service (Financial Counselling)
Stephanie Ferdelja - Financial Counsellor Coordinator/Regional Lead (Sunraysia-Millewa)
Born and raised in Victoria's South West, Sarah has a passion for supporting her Community - especially dairy farmers and primary producers throughout the region. She has over 30 years experience in the Financial Services industry (largely as a financial planner) with a strong focus on succession planning. Relationship building in the farming community and with other providers is a key attribute in her work.
Quals: Diploma of Financial Counselling & Advanced Diploma of Financial Planning
Sarah Moncrieff - Financial Counsellor Coordinator/Regional Lead (Sth West)
David has lived in regional Victoria all of his life. A strong supporter of building community capacity, he has extensive regional management experience in small business, education and finance.
Areas of strength lie in building relationships, coaching, finance and risk strategy development. A volunteer at many community organisations, David understands and is committed to supporting his community. David is a CPA, BCom, a member of AICD and also holds a Diploma of Adult Education.
David Stafford - CEO
OUR COUNSELLORS
Accredited and professional support
All financial counsellors are accredited through Financial Counselling Victoria (FCVic) and work in accordance with professional standards, ethical practice and ongoing professional development requirements. Our team is committed to providing confidential, independent and client-focused support for rural and regional communities, supported by ongoing training, supervision and sector-based professional support.
Amy Baudinette
Andrew Scott
Ann-Marie Byrne
Ashley Kuhl
Caius Ryan
Cara Clark
Catherine Poussard
Chris Young
Conn Lilley
David Talbot
Erica McArthur
George Leishman
Karen Brady
Kerrie O'Brien
Kit Kline
Kylie Hardy
Lauren Fowler
Leeanne Summers
Maggie Bridgewater
Malcolm Rowe
Matthew Soul
Michael White
Patrick White
Shane Annett
Stuart Bear
