Members Lounge Pod

In this episode of The Members Lounge Pod, we speak with Sue Westwood about her career in arts management and her journey from Tasmania to Australia's mainland. Sue has spent more than three decades working across the arts sector, holding leadership roles with organisations including the Melbourne Athenaeum, the Australian Tapestry Workshop and contemporary dance company Chunky Move.Her work has spanned governance, finance, and program management, helping support the sustainability and growth of cultural organisations. We also discuss Sue’s involvement in the WPGA Melbourne International in 2022, highlighting the connection between community, sport and the arts. This episode explores leadership behind the scenes, the value of cultural institutions, and the importance of building strong communities.This five-part podcast series is brought to you by former journalist and high golf handicapper Gemma Abela.

In this episode of the Members Lounge Podcast we sit down with Peter Barnes to explore a remarkable life journey - from his early days as a telegram boy, through his service in Vietnam, and a life-long career in Melbourne’s real estate. Peter also shares his love of golf.Peter shares powerful reflections on his experiences during the Vietnam War, the lessons shaped by service and how those moments influenced the person and leader he became. From there, we explore how golf entered his life - not just as a game, but as a community, a passion and a place of belonging.Follow us on Instagram ⁠@membersloungepodcast⁠