National Trust of Australia (Victoria) Board of Directors

Gary Singer is a respected leader whose multi-faceted career spans law, property development, local government, and community advocacy. With qualifications in both Economics and Law, Gary has served as a consultant, lawyer, and firm manager at Simon Parsons & Co Lawyers, and is admitted as a barrister and solicitor of the Supreme Court of Victoria. 

From 2004 to 2008, Gary served as Deputy Lord Mayor of Melbourne, a period marked by major social and cultural advancements in the city. A strong advocate for equality and inclusion, he championed initiatives that recognised diverse communities and strengthened Melbourne’s cultural identity. His leadership contributed to the establishment of Victoria’s first Relationships Declaration Register. 

Gary’s broad experience across government, legal practice, business, and community advocacy – combined with his deep commitment to heritage, culture, and public value – brings significant strength and diversity of skills to the National Trust of Australia (Victoria). 

NTAV Responsibilities 

• Board Chair
• Como Trust Chair
• Member of the Heritage Advocacy and Collections Committee

Barry has held senior management positions in retailing and as Marketing Director with leading fashion manufacturers. He owned and operated a Facilities Property Management company from 1980 to 1996. He now has business interests in the entertainment industry.    

Barry is an active philanthropist. He is on the NGV Foundation Board, Monash Health Foundation Board, and the Foundation and Board of the National Trust of Australia (Vic). He is Trustee of Como House, King’s Trust Patron and Supporter of ACMC Medical Research. 

Qualifications  

• Bachelor of Economics at Hong Kong University (University of Cambridge syllabus).   

NTAV Responsibilities 

• Board Director
• Member of the Finance, Assurance and Risk Management Committee
• Como Trust, Trustee
• Director of the National Trust of Victoria Foundation

Jason has more than 28 years experience in the Financial Services sector, including over 20 years working in the Australian Banking industry covering multiple sectors. He is currently Westpac Institutional Bank’s Global Head of Public Sector, and leads a team of specialised banking professionals who service the needs of the Commonwealth, State/Territory and Local Governments, including State-Owned Corporations, Government Business Enterprises and Governments’ globally.  Prior to joining Westpac, Jason worked with the Commonwealth Bank for over 13 years, in addition to time spent at Perpetual Trustees and Deloitte.  

Jason is currently a Non-executive Director on the Board of Barwon Water. He was most recently a Non-Executive Director and Deputy Chair of South East Water, Chair of their Finance Assurance and Risk Management Committee, and a Director of Iota Services Pty Ltd. He has previously been a Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Finance and Audit Committee of Lower Murray Urban and Rural Water Authority. 

Qualifications 

• Bachelor of Commerce (Deakin) 
• Bachelor of Laws (Deakin) 
• Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors 

NTAV Responsibilities 

• Board Director
• Member of the People, Culture and Governance Committee
• Chair of the Finance, Assurance and Risk Management Committee
• Director of the National Trusts of Australia (Australian Council of National Trusts)

Wesley brings 16 years of architectural expertise, having collaborated with leading architectural practices and construction companies across diverse sectors. 

As the founder and principal architect of Wexhaus, he leads a studio specialising in heritage restorations, additions, and consulting services. His expertise has earned him positions on several boards, as well as his role on the Design Assessment Panel for Sandarra. 

Throughout his career, Wesley has emerged as a passionate advocate for heritage preservation, sharing his knowledge through various media channels, contributing to news publications, and authoring blog content to raise public awareness about heritage conservation’s vital role in our society. 

Qualifications  

• Master’s of Cultural Heritage and Museum Studies 
• Bachelor of Architecture 
• Bachelor of Arts (Architecture)  

NTAV Responsibilities 

• Board Director
• Member of the Heritage Advocacy and Collections Committee
• Deputy Chair of the People, Culture and Governance Committee