Ken Harrison AM, KSJ, MBA (Hons Melb) B Bus FASCPA – Commitee Chair
Ken is an accountant and businessman who is active in a number of philanthropic pursuits, including Prince’s Trust Australia, Barwon Health Foundation, Monash Health Foundation, as well as several other foundations. He was awarded AM in 2016 for community and philanthropic services and KSJ, Knight of St John of Jerusalem in 2019 for services to the poor.
Scott Diamond – College Principal
Scott has been the Principal of Northern Bay College since 2022, bringing a wealth of experience from a teaching career that began in 1997 and leadership roles as both Assistant Principal and Principal since 2005. A strong advocate for public education, Scott is committed to ensuring every student has access to positive, engaging learning opportunities that prepare them for successful and fulfilling futures. He values the Northern Bay College community for its deep sense of gratitude and generosity across all stakeholders.
Keith Fagg OAM B. Ec. (Hons) MAICD
Before joining the family business in 1984, Keith worked in various research and business administrative roles after completing university studies. As a director of Fagg’s Mitre 10 for the next 30 years, Keith expanded the business and was responsible for retail operations, staff management and marketing. Keith has been and is involved in many community organisations and served as Geelong’s first directly elected Mayor 2012-13. Keith is also a nationally accredited mediator and has worked with the Department of Justice in this role since 2007.
Fred Clarke
Fred, the founding Principal of Northern Bay College, played a pivotal role in shaping the College’s vision and direction. Now retired from the role, he continues to contribute to education through his work with Monash University, leading school reviews across Victoria. He is also engaged by the Department of Education Victoria to mentor both new and experienced principals, and to support schools facing workforce challenges.
During his time at Northern Bay College, Fred helped develop the concept of the Northern Bay Challenge. He is proud to see the initiative continue, supporting the College’s ongoing commitment to ensuring all students have access to meaningful pathways in education and employment.
Doctor Mark Kennedy (MB,BS, BMedSc (Hon), Grad Dip Fam Med, Grad Cert Man, Grad Cert Int. Med., GAICD)
Mark has been a general practitioner working in the Corio area since 1989. He has been involved in many community organisations in that time and has run several medical clinics in the area. He continues to teach doctors locally and internationally and holds an Honorary Clinical Associate Professor position at the University of Melbourne and a teaching appointment at the University of Warwick. Mark joined The Challenge Committee in the early days along with Fred Clark.
Kerry Woodman
A 30-year member of the Kardinia Rotary Club – which supports the Northern Bay College Family Learning Centre, Early Learning Centre and numerous college annual awards, Kerry is also a retired accountant.
He is the current Treasurer of Humans in Geelong Inc. and a proud, supportive and active member of The Northern Bay Challenge.
Jarrod Zdrzalka
Jarrod has been a Wellbeing Coordinator at Northern Bay College for the past three years, where he finds great reward in supporting students from diverse backgrounds and building strong, positive relationships. He works closely with leadership and teaching staff to develop effective, student-centred solutions that benefit the wider school community.
Prior to this, Jarrod spent 14 years as a Youth Development Officer with the City of Greater Geelong and Surf Coast Shire, including time in Team Leader roles. His experience also includes working in youth homelessness services and the outdoor education sector in Australia and overseas. In addition, Jarrod has held several roles with Mountain Bike Australia, highlighted by his appointment as National Downhill Coach, leading the Australian team at the World Championships.
Ken Massari
Ken is the Assistant Principal at Northern Bay College, overseeing Student Enrichment and Community Partnerships. A proud local alumni, he attended Corio South Primary School, Corio Tech and Corio North High School.
Ken served as Principal of North Shore Primary School from 2007–2011, before contributing to the establishment of Northern Bay College. In 2011, he was seconded to the Australian Government as a Policy Advisor to Peter Garrett, returning to the College as Goldsworthy Campus Principal from 2012–2020.
He is a strong advocate for meaningful community partnerships and is committed to supporting positive student pathways into further education and employment. Ken is particularly proud of the many first-in-family students who have completed Year 12 and gone on to university and meaningful careers, creating lasting change for themselves and their families.
Celia Meehan
Celia is a retired primary school principal with more than 40 years’ experience across Victorian education, policy development, and international consultancy in the United States. She has worked in schools and systems in New York City, Pennsylvania, Connecticut and the US Virgin Islands.
Trained in The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, Six Thinking Hats and Socratic Dialogue, Celia has held significant leadership roles, including Deputy Chairperson of the State Board of Education Victoria and executive member of the Australian Education Union Victorian Branch. She has also authored several books supporting teachers in planning, differentiated instruction and student engagement, and served as President of Williamstown Little Theatre for a decade.
Now retired in Aireys Inlet, Celia remains actively involved in her community through local education, refugee support initiatives, choirs and creative groups.
Joan McGovern
Joan McGovern first joined the Northern Bay College Challenge Committee in 2014, following a decade as Shell’s Social Performance and Community Engagement Manager. With a strong understanding of the Norlane and Corio communities, she also served on the Board of Bethany Community Support Inc. and as an executive member of the Northern Futures Steering Committee and the Corio Norlane Development Advisory Board.
Her career spans journalism, public relations, and more than 20 years in corporate affairs in Victoria. After leaving Shell, Joan managed her olive grove in Teesdale before returning to Tasmania in 2016.
Joan remained on the Challenge Committee until 2019, and rejoined in mid-2023. She continues to be a passionate advocate for Northern Bay College and its students.
How Can You Help?
Since the launch of the Northern Bay College Challenge, the College has benefited from strong community interest and generous support from both corporate and individual donors. Combined with government funding, this has enabled students to access greater opportunities and realise their potential.
These contributions have made a meaningful impact across learning environments, programs, and student retention, supporting improved outcomes for individuals, families and the broader school community.
While College leadership and staff will continue this important work, there remain many opportunities to further support student success beyond what school or family resources alone can provide. The Challenge has always been about harnessing the collective strength of the community—staff, families, businesses and beyond—to create a College supported by all.
How You Can Continue to Support The Challenge
There are several meaningful ways you can help make a lasting impact through The Challenge:
1. Financial Support Your donations—whether one-time, recurring, or through a bequest—are essential to sustaining our programs and launching new initiatives. Every contribution, no matter the size, helps us change lives.
2. Partnerships Know an employer who could offer apprenticeships, work experience, or employment opportunities? Please connect them with our Board. These partnerships open critical pathways for our young participants and broaden their future prospects.
3. Mentorship Think about someone in your network—a colleague, friend, or family member—who could become a Challenge Club Mentor. Just a few hours each semester can provide life-changing guidance and support to a student who may otherwise lack access to positive adult role models.
4. Alumni – Have you thought about giving back to the college that gave you so much? Why not join our Alumni and consider a Mentorship or annual donation.
Together, we can continue to make a lasting impact.
A sincere thanks to our supporters from the Northern Bay Challenge Committee
Chair: Ken Harrison AM KSI
College Principal: Scott Diamond
Tax time?
(a) Donations – Have you thought about donating to an NBC scholarship to assist a very worthy student to achieve their ambitions? A donation of $1000 would make this possible.
(b) Annual support – No matter how big or small would enable NBC to ensure it can continue to make a difference in the lives and achievements of its students.
Please support us if you are able to.
Tax Deductible Donations can be made through The Geelong Community Foundation (GCF) using this form or direct email to amy@geelongfoundation.org