COLLINGWOOD BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION COMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT
The Collingwood Basketball Association (CBA) Committee of Management plays an important role in guiding the strategic direction, governance and ongoing development of the Association. The Committee of Management is committed to supporting the continued growth of basketball at Collingwood and ensuring the Association remains a positive and inclusive place for players, coaches, officials, volunteers and families.
Duré de Winter (she/her) – President
Duré has been a part of the Collingwood Basketball community since 2018 when her son first stepped on the court as an Aussie Hooper. Since then, with her son and daughter playing at the club, she seems to spend most of her spare time around our beloved courts and community. She has genuine appreciation for the role Collingwood Basketball plays in the local community, particularly its strong commitment to inclusion and diversity.
Professionally, Duré brings over 20 years of experience working alongside young people and communities, with a particular focus on participation, inclusion and creating opportunities for people to feel connected and heard. As a senior manager, she has led programs in the multicultural, community, youth and mental health sectors that are shaped by the communities they serve.
With grandparents who grew up on the streets of Collingwood, a lifelong love of basketball, and a slightly one-eyed passion for the Collingwood Football Club, it feels pretty fitting that so many parts of her life have come together through the All Stars.
Phil Nery – Vice President
Phil joined the Collingwood Basketball Association community in 2024 through his daughters, Emilia and Sophia, who play domestic and representative basketball. He has been involved in basketball as a parent and coach and has previously served on council kindergarten committees, including as President.
Phil values CBA’s focus on inclusion, development and community connection. As Vice President, he aims to support the Association’s sustainable growth and strengthen partnerships and community relationships.
Professionally, Phil has more than 30 years of experience in the technology industry, leading domestic and global programs and business functions. He brings extensive leadership, stakeholder engagement and relationship management experience across the private and public sectors.
Erica Slocombe – Secretary
Erica has been a member of Collingwood Basketball Association for the past 5 years as both a parent and team manager. As the mother of two passionate All Star junior players, Erica believes in the importance of community and in particular the role of team sport in building bonds and creating on-going social capital for current and future generations.
Professionally, Erica is an experienced architect who together with her husband and business partner, Warwick, has run Mislo Architecture and Interiors for the past 15 years. Their project work ranges from bespoke residential homes through to innovative educational and community-based projects. Erica’s capabilities bring creative and strategic business acumen to the committee.
Ai-Ling Kong (she/her) – Treasurer
Ai-Ling joined the Collingwood Basketball Association community in 2019 and have two children currently playing Domestic basketball. A firm favourite of the sport and the organisation, Ai-Ling has volunteered and team managed her children’s team over the years.
Ai-Ling is a Chartered Accountant with over 20 years of experience in Australian public practice, specialising in tax and advisory for SME clients. She currently serves as Financial Controller in a corporate environment and brings that experience to her voluntary role supporting CBA’s financial governance and board reporting.
Tessa Van Duyn – Registrar
Tessa is an award-winning CEO with 20 years’ experience as a public law litigator and human rights and discrimination law expert. Tessa’s focus has always been on people, humanity, equality and justice. In her role as CEO of Moores, Tessa thrives on building authentic connections and creating a workplace culture that enables everyone to bring their best to work. Tessa holds directorships with not-for-profit organisations and is the Managing Director of a law firm.
Tessa is the Registrar of the Collingwood Basketball Association and the proud parent of three All Stars basketballers. Tessa and her family are very active members of the All Stars community – our local stadiums are basically their second home! Tessa is committed to ensuring the All Stars Committee upholds robust governance, to create an environment that is safe and inclusive for all aspiring basketballers in our vibrant community.
Kane Annesley – General Committee Member
Kane joined the Collingwood All‑Stars Committee in 2024 while competing in the Senior Men’s Big V program. He brings experience playing across national, college and semi‑professional teams, alongside coaching roles within multiple junior clubs. Professionally, he works as an engineering consultant in the energy sector, advising on commercial strategy, due diligence and corporate governance.
He aims to combine these experiences to support Collingwood’s long‑term growth and sustainability. Kane is focused on strengthening player pathways, enhancing engagement across all age groups and backgrounds, and enabling athletes to confidently progress through the club’s basketball programs.
Olivia Burns – General Committee Member
Olivia and her family are lifelong lovers of sport, and she is proud to join the Collingwood Basketball Association committee as a parent member. With two children participating across both junior domestic and representative levels, Olivia brings firsthand insight into the experiences of players at the entry level of their development.
She is passionate about creating opportunities for young athletes to grow, compete, and build confidence on and off the court. Guided by values of transparency, teamwork, and continuous improvement, Olivia looks forward to playing an active role in supporting the club, its players, and the coaching staff.
Rohan Lock (he/him) – General Committee Member
Rohan Lock (he/him), General Committee Member
Rohan has been part of the Collingwood Basketball community since 1989, beginning as a junior player before contributing as a referee and coach. His connection continues through his two daughters, who play domestic and representative basketball, while Rohan contributes as a team manager and domestic coach.
Rohan joined the Committee in 2025 to give back to an Association that has played a significant role in his life and to support its continued growth and strong community culture.
Professionally, Rohan is General Manager, APAC at Dotdigital. He brings extensive leadership, commercial and organisational experience to the Committee.
Jack McCombe – General Committee Member
Jack has been part of the Collingwood community, both professionally and personally, for over a decade, and is passionate about empowering young people and supporting their inclusion in community life.
With a background in social work, Jack brings strong mental health knowledge along with experience in program development and delivery. Jack’s professional experience has given him firsthand insight into building programs and frameworks that truly serve young people and their communities. He is committed to helping Collingwood Basketball Association be an open, inclusive club — one that supports our local community in pursuing both basketball excellence and genuine connection.
Laura O’Shea – General Committee Member
Laura is a lifelong basketball enthusiast who played, refereed and coached extensively throughout her childhood and adolescence. More recently, she has coached a number of seasons with the Collingwood Basketball Association and, as a parent of children involved in the club, has seen first-hand the positive impact that basketball can have on young people, families and communities.
Laura is particularly passionate about increasing girls’ participation and retention in sport, and the important role that local sporting clubs play in creating inclusive, connected and thriving communities.
Professionally, Laura is an experienced executive leader with more than 20 years’ experience across health, community services and complex service delivery settings. She has led large multidisciplinary teams, driven organisational reform, and worked closely with boards, government and community stakeholders to improve outcomes for diverse communities. She brings expertise in strategy, governance, stakeholder engagement, risk management and organisational development.
Alexa Powell – General Committee Member
Alexa has have been involved with Collingwood Basketball Association since 2016 as a parent, volunteer and team manager across both domestic and representative programs. With children who have participated across the girls’, boys’ and youth league pathways, she has developed a strong understanding of the club community and the experiences of players and families.
Alexa brings a background in mental health, governance, policy and community engagement, and she is passionate about supporting a diverse, inclusive and child-safe club where all players and families feel welcome, connected and able to thrive.
Alexa is excited to contribute to the continued growth of Collingwood Basketball Association and to help ensure it remains an inclusive, positive and welcoming community.
Carson Crowe – co-opted Committee Member
Carson is a current member of our Collingwood All Stars Senior Men’s Big V team and has been playing basketball in Melbourne for over 15 years. Professionally, he works as an infrastructure consultant, typically advising government clients on strategy and commercial projects. As a member of the General Committee, Carson is passionate about supporting the long-term sustainability of the Collingwood Basketball Association and helping strengthen development pathways for young All Stars.
Joelle – co-opted Committee Member
Joelle is the mum of two Collingwood Allstars players and is passionate about creating opportunities for young people. She joined the Committee to support the continued growth of the Association and its positive impact on the Collingwood community. Professionally, Joelle is a Chartered Accountant and Business Adviser, helping businesses and not-for-profit organisations with strategy, finance, governance, and risk management.
