Workshop 3.4: The Next Generation of Community Provision

Tracks
Aquatic & Leisure Management
Thursday, July 2, 2026
1:50 PM - 2:50 PM

Details

Exploring the next wave of Community Aquatic and leisure provision for the wellness and wellbeing services


Speaker

Paige Buse
Founder
Paige Buse Consulting

Exploring the Future of Health and Wellness through the Eyes of the Commercial Wellness Sector

Biography

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Warren Green
Director
Warren Green Consulting

Future Aquatic and Leisure Facility Provision in Australia

Biography

Warren is the Director of Warren Green Consulting, a specialist sport and leisure consultancy business with a focus on helping clients achieve their objectives through practical, strategic, and commercially sound advice. Warren has over 20 years of consulting experience and has completed more than 300 projects across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands. He has been involved in major projects all over Australia including Cockburn ARC (WA), Adelaide Aquatic Centre (SA), MSAC (Vic) and the National Aquatic Centre (Qld). He is also very passionate about local area infrastructure planning and the aim of maximising community benefit. Warren is an active member of industry groups and think tanks and as one example is a member of the IAKS International Expert Circle. This networking assists him in understanding global trends and the application to the Australian setting.
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Michelle Nolland
Executive Director
LARCAN

Chair

Biography

Michelle Nolland is the Executive Director of LARCAN, bringing over 20 years of experience across the aquatics and recreation industry. She has held C-Suite executive roles, managing workforces of more than 2,000 staff and overseeing complex portfolios with assets exceeding $500 million. Michelle began her career on the frontline as a lifeguard and fitness trainer while completing her studies in sport management, providing her with a strong operational foundation. She has also served as a Non-Executive Director across national sport and recreation organisations, contributing to governance and strategic oversight. Michelle brings extensive expertise in service reviews, business planning, and community-focused facility development, supporting local government clients to deliver sustainable, high-performing aquatic and leisure services.
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