The board of Family Radio Ltd comprise of directors who drive the strategic direction of 96five.
Working with Group CEO Phillip Randall, the board helps enable the organisation to obtain the resources, funds and personnel necessary to implement 96five’s strategic objectives. They also implement and maintain a system of good governance and monitor the performance of the organisation.
The board of directors are elected by the membership of Family Radio Ltd.
Stephen O’Doherty OAM
Chair
Stephen began as a broadcast journalist, working in both radio and TV for commercial stations and the ABC. From 1992 – 2002 he served as a Member of the NSW Parliament and was a member of the Shadow Cabinet with portfolios including Education, Disability and Community Services, and Treasury. Stephen was the inaugural CEO of Christian Schools Australia from 2002 – 2017, a role which involved advocacy and support for a growing movement of schools.
Stephen is a Director of the sector peak organisation Christian Media and Arts Australia (CMAA), and the former chair of the board of Sydney’s Hope Media Limited (Hope 103.2). Stephen has a passion to see Christian radio continue to thrive as a significant part of Australia’s community broadcasting sector. He represents CMAA on the Community Broadcasting Roundtable.
Stephen is a regular panellist on the ABC’s The Drum and Weekend Breakfast and has also appeared on Q & A. An active musician, he is currently Musical Director of the Golden Kangaroos Hornsby Concert Band.
Stephen is the Principal of a consultancy providing strategic communications and music services.
Jane Peachey
Director
Jane is the Library Services Coordinator at Redlands College. For over 30 years Jane has been an educator in both the state and private education systems.
Jane is committed to serving the ministry of 96.5 by building relationships, enabling effective communication, facilitating connections and seeking God’s wisdom. Being a long-term listener of the station, Jane appreciates the depth of history and heritage that has anchored this dynamic ministry. She recognises that a new and exciting era for 96.5 has emerged, working in co-mission with Hope FM, with great potential to impact people with experiences of God’s love through identifying opportunities in ministry for innovation and strategic planning.
Rebecca Stephens
Director
Rebecca is the Chief Transformation Officer at Auswide Bank. She has had an extensive career working in the financial services industry in both the UK and Australia with more than 20 years of experience. Rebecca is recognised for her experience in running operations as well as driving transformation. Her experience extends from management of large multi-functional shared services teams, driving efficiency and effectiveness, to the management of specialist strategic innovation teams, identifying and building alternative company revenue sources.
Rebecca has a double degree with a Bachelor of Commerce and Economics from the University of Queensland, is a graduate member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and, in 2018, completed a Post Graduate certification in Innovation and Entrepreneurship with Stanford University.
Rebecca is a long-time listener of the station, loves the Lord and is excited to support the wonderful work of 96.5 in the community.
Peter Cranna
Director
Peter is a chartered accountant with more than 20 years’ experience in the not for profit/community services sector. His current role is an Executive Director with the Uniting Church Queensland Synod heading up areas including finance, treasury, property and risk management.
Peter has served on multiple boards since becoming a graduate member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
Peter likes to be involved in organisations that make a positive difference to people and was attracted to 96five as it clearly tries to do this every day. He is passionate about Australian Rules football, even after just retiring from playing.
Peter and Tanya attend the Emmanuel Uniting church at Enoggera.
Philippa Lowe
Director
Philippa is an experienced leader with over 20 years of experience in public relations, marketing, and communications, with a focus on creative, tech, high-growth, and not-for-profit sectors. She has built a notable career spanning journalism, public relations, and executive roles, including 10 years with the BBC and ABC, where she was awarded the ABC Radio National Prize.
Philippa has also managed operations for FEBC Australia, a branch of the global Christian mission FEBC International, and ran her own successful PR agency for two decades, working with clients like Fuji Xerox and Adobe. In academia, she lectured in journalism at Charles Sturt University, Australia’s top journalism school, and has provided publicity for notable figures, including Naomi Simson, CEO of redballoon.com.au.
Currently the Head of Advancement at Trinity Grammar School, Philippa has also served as Chief Marketing Officer and Chief Communications Officer across sectors like government, ICT, finance, and education. Her crisis public relations experience extends to the government, education, and private sectors. Philippa holds a Master’s in Communication from Charles Sturt University and a Graduate Diploma in Divinity from the Australian College of Theology. She is also Chair of the Gymea Baptist Church Council and is frequently invited as a guest preacher, sharing her insights on Christianity and her transformative faith journey.