Ambulance Provident Fund

15/02/2026

Interim General Manager Megan Motto OAM, FAICD, FGIA, FCG commences

As announced at the 2025 AGM in my Chairman’s report, the Board of the APF decided to transition from a volunteer-led operating model to a structured model supported by professional staff.

Following a rigorous recruitment supported by industry expert HR and Executive recruitments I am pleased to announce Megan Motto OAM commenced as the Interim General Manager on Monday 12 January 2026.

See below a short introduction from Megan, and already in her first 4 weeks Megan has hit the ground running.

Mark Gibbs ASM JP
Chair
Ambulance Provident Fund Ltd

Introducing Megan Motto OAM, FAICD, FGIA, FCG

Megan Motto is an experienced Executive and Non-Executive Director over 25 years of experience with professional and industry associations and public policy peak bodies..

Megan was most recently the Chief Executive Officer of Governance Institute of Australia, a national professional association and leading authority on governance and risk management, advocating on behalf of professionals from the listed, unlisted, public and not-for profit sectors.

Prior to that role Megan was CEO of Consult Australia, as well as holding significant positions in Australia's built environment sector and business chambers. She has been a member of the ASIC Corporate Governance Consultative Panel and a councillor of the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) where she chaired the Data, Digital and Cyber Security Forum. She is currently a member of the Australian government’s Expert Council on University Governance.

Megan’s expertise spans governance, risk management, public policy and education. She holds a Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Education, a Masters of Communication Management and a Graduate Diploma of Corporate Governance and Risk Management. An experienced director, Megan has served on the boards of Business NSW, the Committee for Economic Development of Australia (CEDA) and Standards Australia.

Megan is currently Strategic Counsel for Codex Communications, where she supports clients in a broad range of sectors including financial services, education and technology to connect with government and regulators to position themselves for business growth.

She is a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, the Governance Institute of Australia and the Chartered Governance Institute and is also a member of Chief Executive Women and Women on Boards. Megan is also an Honorary Life Trustee of CEDA and was a 2014 recipient of the AFR/Wespac 100 Women of Influence. In 2025 she was awarded a Medal of the Order of Australia for services to business and governance.
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05/01/2026

It is with sadness that I can advise that Paramedic Lindsay Forrester of Inverell recently passed away. Our sincere condolences go to Irene his wife and all his family. Lindsay retired some years ago at Inverell.

This notice was posted with the permission of Irene.

14/12/2025

Paramedics and emergency services respond to emergencies every day, including fatalities, serious injuries and terrible traumatic events, but this evening we see another major multi victim terror incident in our state.

Our thoughts and best wishes are with the victims, witnesses and especially our paramedics and colleagues from NSW Ambulance who are on the front line of this event, dealing with the trauma and the aftermath.

We are also thinking of our Police colleagues and their families who sustained injuries in rendering the incident safe. We wish them a speedy recovery and thank them for their bravery.

Keep safe out there and reach out for help if you need support in the days and weeks ahead.

29/11/2025

The 2025 Ambulance Provident Fund AGM was held in November with a positive result reported to members.

The Board is also pleased to report the election of member William Edwards to the position of Director for the first time, as well as the re-election of member Peter Lang to the Board. Appointed non member Directors John Bruning and Mr Philip Smith were also returned for a further term for their skills and expertise.

Mr Mark Gibbs (reelected as Chairman) passed on his thanks and gratitude on behalf of the Board to retiring Directors Carpet Hughes and Grant Prendergast for their distinguished service to the members over many years, and wished them the very best in their future endeavours.

In addition to Mr Gibbs being re-elected as Chairman, Mr Jamie Vernon was re-elected as Vice Chairman, and Mr Mark Wong elected as Company Secretary.

All members are reminded that their memberships (if paid annually) are due by the end of the calendar year and to make use of our website ambprov.org.au (see the link on our page) for updating your membership payments and beneficiary details.

22/09/2025

We are deeply saddened to hear of the tragic death of a Swedish ambulance health professional who was killed while on duty in Nordanstig yesterday.

No one should ever be attacked for simply doing their job — especially when that job is to bring help to others. Our thoughts are with her family, friends, and colleagues, as well as everyone in the Swedish ambulance service who continues to serve under such difficult circumstances.

Rest in peace colleague.

25/01/2025

The Ambulance Provident Fund congratulates all Australia Day award receiptients, including any of our members who have been recognised today. We especially would like to congratulate Majella Davies, one of our hard working board directors who has contributed so much to others through her work both here and in her profession. Congratulations Majella!

CONGRATULATIONS: Today we proudly celebrate the incredible achievements of Superintendent Majella Davies ASM, Superintendent Paul Kernick BM ASM, and Critical Care Paramedic Christopher Wilkinson BM ASM, recipients of the prestigious Ambulance Service Medal in the 2025 Australia Day Honours!

Superintendent Davies ASM has dedicated nearly 40 years to NSW Ambulance, excelling in operational and project leadership roles. From responding to emergencies as an Advanced Life Support Paramedic to spearheading critical initiatives like the COVID-19 vaccination program and bushfire logistics, Majella's contributions have touched countless lives across NSW.

Superintendent Kernick BM ASM has been an integral part of NSW Ambulance since 1986. A trailblazer in helicopter paramedicine, Paul’s expertise in training and leading critical wilderness and disaster responses has elevated NSW Ambulance's aeromedical capabilities to world-class standards.

Critical Care Paramedic Wilkinson BM ASM has devoted more than 40 years to delivering the highest level of critical care. From rescuing Stuart Diver during the Thredbo landslide to pioneering lifesaving clinical trials, Christopher’s career has redefined excellence in paramedicine and aeromedical care.

These distinguished recipients have gone above and beyond in service to NSW Ambulance and the communities they serve. Their dedication, leadership, and innovation inspire us all. Please join us in congratulating Majella, Paul, and Christopher on this well-deserved recognition!

24/12/2024

The Board of the Ambulance Provident Fund would like to wish each and every one of our members and friends a Very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year in 2025.

Safe travels to those who are going to visit friends and family.

Thank You to those working this festive season, we really appreciate you looking after the world as the rest of us take a break.

19/12/2024

For those members who pay their memberships annually, the renewal date is fast approaching on 31 December 2024. Please navigate to our website listed on this page to pay via our payment gateway, which is operated by a secure and encrypted banking service. You can also pay via EFT transfer from your bank to ours (SGE bank account) the same amount and account number as in previous years. Dont forget to add your name in the reference section so we know who paid!

If in doubt, contact the Secretary. Please be aware of scammers, never click on random links sent to you via SMS or email, or pay anything by BPay - we do not have BPay. Always go to our website and pay there, or if you really want to send it in!

19/12/2024

The Board is pleased to announce for those not able to attend the Provident Fund AGM held recently, that members Jamie Vernon and Michael Smith were elected to the Board.

Jamie Vernon was reelected for a further term, and Michael Smith elected to the Board for a three year term. The Board was also pleased that the membership endorsed the reappointment of non member Directors Phillip Smith and John Bruning, both bringing unique skills and experience to the board not normally present in the general membership.

Presentation of the Financials, and other key business was successfully conducted at the AGM in accordance with the Corporations Act and the funds constitution as communicated to members earlier. We thank those who attended in person or online, and those that took the time to submit proxies to participate in the governance of the Company.

15/10/2024

As life kicks on, as a member of the fund take a moment to think of your colleagues, and their families, and have a quick chat to them about the Provident fund. Do they know about it? Many don’t… no need to do a hard sell, just make them aware. Perhaps they might see the value in the Provident Fund as you do. It’s always hard to hear of those who were not in the fund and the struggles they have in the weeks after that unexpected tragedy.

17/07/2024

The news came through last night about Geoff Kiehne and the news that he had passed away. My sincere condolences to his family and friends. To the 100's of ambos whom he has befriended, assisted, trained and mentored over many many years, we have lost a champion and one of the most professional and dedicated officers I have ever met. He was passionate and sincere. To his fellow training officers, what can I say. You have lost a mate. Very sad.

30/06/2024

Afternoon Everyone,

Just an update from the APF.

Yesterday the Board met in Sydney for our quarterly meeting.

Amongst other matters that were discussed the Board was advised by the Secretary of the continuing healthy financial position of the fund which included an update on investments and membership contributions.

The Board was also advised of recent payments made to deceased members beneficiaries since the last meeting. Our condolences go to their family and friends.

The healthy financial position is due to the hard work of the Board and the decisions made over the last 12 to 36 months.

To ensure the investment portfolio maintains it's current trajectory of earnings and due diligence is placed on all decisions, the Board has appointed Phil Smith from Hunter Financial Services to assist with this process. His expertise has already proved invaluable with a number of investment decisions.

The Board also welcomed Mr John Bruning who will now assist in a voluntary capacity with matters concerning governance and accountability. John has considerable expertise as a Company Secretary and will ensure the Board continues to be managed and governed in a professional and proper manner. Welcome John.

Please find attached a photo of our Board members.
L-R Carpet Hughes, Peter Lang, Mark Gibbs, Majella Davies, myself, Phil Smith and Grant Prendergast (Absent Tim Collins & John Bruning)
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