Who We Are
What We Do
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Clive Berghofer was born and bred in the Toowoomba area and left school at 13 years of age with little prospects for the future.
After working in a sawmill, then with a building gang, by watching and learning he taught himself ways to do the work quicker and more efficiently. Clive worked weekends and took jobs that others wouldn’t.
In 1964, Clive purchased his first block of land for subdivision along with the equipment necessary to be able to develop it, again ensuring efficiency in construction. Since then Clive has gone on to develop over 10,000 blocks of land contributing greatly to Toowoomba’s growth over the years.
In 1972 Clive built the Wilsonton Hotel in Toowoomba in six weeks and it was opened in December 1972. The hotel went on to have the largest licence fee of any hotel in Australia. Clive added a shopping centre to the surrounds of the hotel in 1976.
Clive was elected a City Councillor in 1973 and later Mayor from 1982 until 1992 he was also State Member for Toowoomba South in the Queensland Parliament from 1986 to 1990. He was awarded an O.A.M. for service to the community, then in 2006 he was awarded an A.M. for his service to the community through philanthropic support of medical research, sporting and educational organisations in Queensland. Clive was named a Queensland Great in 2017.
Clive has been a major supporter of LifeFlight since the establishment of the Toowoomba base in 2006, and in 2017 donated $2 million to match the funds provided by the Federal Government to build the new LifeFlight base at the Toowoomba Airport.
Emily O’Sullivan is co-founder of local construction company Newlands Group, alongside her husband Barry. Emily is well known for her community work and is genuinely passionate about having a positive impact on the Darling Downs.
Emily is passionate in her service to her community, selfless with her time and skills and has shown great strength in her leadership. Emily thrives on staying connected with our local community and encourages all those around her to give back in any way they can.
Together with raising their four boys, Emily has volunteered with many organisations such as the Toowoomba Hospital Foundation and Sunrise Way. She previously held the position of Fundraising and Event Coordinator and was also a member of the Management Committee for Protea Place. Additionally, she is actively involved in the Loads of Love campaign, collecting non-perishable food items and assembling hampers for those in need across the Darling Downs. Emily is passionate about raising awareness and supporting local charities and community events.
Emily was inspired to join the Gala Ball Committee and Save a Life Program after LifeFlight attended to her son’s near fatal accident in 2013.
Mike Stewart, a second-generation real estate agent, has been a prominent figure in the real estate industry for more than 25 years. Mike brings his extensive experience to LifeFlight, helping to guide the organisation's mission and vision.
As the Principal and group auctioneer of LJ Hooker Toowoomba, Mike has significantly contributed to real estate business consulting and project management across Toowoomba, the Darling Downs and Australia.
Mike’s journey in real estate began in 1989 when he followed in the footsteps of his mother, Claire, continuing their family legacy that started in Toowoomba in the early 1960s. His dedication to the industry and his community was recognised in 2015 when he received the prestigious Sir Leslie Hooker Award at LJ Hooker’s annual global conference. This award celebrates outstanding contributions to the brand, fellow offices, the industry and the community.
Mark Mahony is a director at Robertson Scannell and has been a CA qualified accountant and business advisor for more than 20 years.
As an accredited Mindshop facilitator, he develops and presents workshops for small-to-medium businesses and organisations.
Mark has a passion for technology and specialises in multiple entity structuring.
By working closely with clients to understand the ins and outs of their day-to-day business, he helps them identify opportunities to streamline and automate.
Jane has a physiotherapy degree and strives to improve the wellbeing of our community through education and inspiration to make healthy lifestyle choices.
In 2002, Jane began breeding thoroughbreds and manages, along with her husband Chris, a small elite brood mare band in the Hunter Valley. Their progeny has raced and won at the highest levels in Australia, Ireland, England and Hong Kong.
Jane became aware of the services that LifeFlight provides when her 1 day old grandson was airlifted to the Neonatal intensive care unit in 2018. As a sign of her gratitude, Jane is committed to paying this forward through her position with the Darling Downs RAC – ensuring that this essential service is available to all our community in their times of greatest need.
Jane has a physiotherapy degree and strives to improve the wellbeing of our community through education and inspiration to make healthy lifestyle choices.
In 2002, Jane began breeding thoroughbreds and manages, along with her husband Chris, a small elite brood mare band in the Hunter Valley. Their progeny has raced and won at the highest levels in Australia, Ireland, England and Hong Kong.
Jane became aware of the services that LifeFlight provides when her 1 day old grandson was airlifted to the Neonatal intensive care unit in 2018. As a sign of her gratitude, Jane is committed to paying this forward through her position with the Darling Downs RAC – ensuring that this essential service is available to all our community in their times of greatest need.
His extensive background in the industry, combined with hands-on experience in delivering projects with values ranging from $200,000 to $40 million, allows Dan to provide insightful and practical guidance to his team in Toowoomba, Brisbane and Roma.
As the Managing Director of NRG, he is responsible for overseeing the company’s operations including project support, health and safety, and consistent quality. Dan also plays a crucial role in formulating and executing the company’s business strategy, identifying and pursuing new opportunities and ensuring the successful delivery of all projects.
Passionate about pioneering industry change and development, he works closely with his valued clients to deliver sustainable and bespoke solutions by consistently ensuring an exceptional end-to-end result.
Giving back to the community is important to NRG and as the Managing Director, Dan has been heavily involved in supporting local charities such as LifeFlight for several years.
His extensive background in the industry, combined with hands-on experience in delivering projects with values ranging from $200,000 to $40 million, allows Dan to provide insightful and practical guidance to his team in Toowoomba, Brisbane and Roma.
As the Managing Director of NRG, he is responsible for overseeing the company’s operations including project support, health and safety, and consistent quality. Dan also plays a crucial role in formulating and executing the company’s business strategy, identifying and pursuing new opportunities and ensuring the successful delivery of all projects.
Passionate about pioneering industry change and development, he works closely with his valued clients to deliver sustainable and bespoke solutions by consistently ensuring an exceptional end-to-end result.
Giving back to the community is important to NRG and as the Managing Director, Dan has been heavily involved in supporting local charities such as LifeFlight for several years.
Luke has over 20 years experience in the fruit and vegetable industry alongside a dual degree with Bachelor of Engineering and Bachelor of Business.
Luke has lived within the Toowoomba community his entire life. Now raising children in the Darling Downs, he wants to give back to the community that has given him so much.
Luke has over 20 years experience in the fruit and vegetable industry alongside a dual degree with Bachelor of Engineering and Bachelor of Business.
Luke has lived within the Toowoomba community his entire life. Now raising children in the Darling Downs, he wants to give back to the community that has given him so much.
She has worked in various health care facilities in Toowoomba in that time as a Registered Nurse. She graduated with qualifications in critical care nursing and in training and assessment, which she now uses in her current role as a Nurse Educator, a role she has held for the past 12 years. Carmel has a keen interest in Clinical Supervision as part of professional role development for health care professionals, and is the owner of Darling Downs Clinical Supervision.
Carmel is motivated by the desire to give back to the local community where she lives, works and raised her family. She also wishes to give back to the health care community that has given her a long career in this region. The opportunity to promote awareness and contribute to closing the gap for equity of access in emergency care is compelling.
She is connected and very grateful to LifeFlight, with a personal motivation to contribute as well, following an accident which resulted in LifeFlight providing emergency care and saving a close family friend’s son from certain death in 2019.
Carmel very much looks forward to contributing to continue the invaluable work of LifeFlight.
She has worked in various health care facilities in Toowoomba in that time as a Registered Nurse. She graduated with qualifications in critical care nursing and in training and assessment, which she now uses in her current role as a Nurse Educator, a role she has held for the past 12 years. Carmel has a keen interest in Clinical Supervision as part of professional role development for health care professionals, and is the owner of Darling Downs Clinical Supervision.
Carmel is motivated by the desire to give back to the local community where she lives, works and raised her family. She also wishes to give back to the health care community that has given her a long career in this region. The opportunity to promote awareness and contribute to closing the gap for equity of access in emergency care is compelling.
She is connected and very grateful to LifeFlight, with a personal motivation to contribute as well, following an accident which resulted in LifeFlight providing emergency care and saving a close family friend’s son from certain death in 2019.
Carmel very much looks forward to contributing to continue the invaluable work of LifeFlight.
A proud resident of the Darling Downs and originally hailing from Central Queensland, Emma understands the unique challenges and needs of regional communities. Her career has been marked by a commitment to driving change and fostering strong connections across industries.
Originally from Central Queensland, Emma fully understands the crucial need for accessible, life-saving services in our regional areas. Her personal connection to LifeFlight runs deep. At 19, following a severe motorcycle accident LifeFlight was instrumental in her emergency transport from Warwick to Brisbane. The experience underscored the critical role LifeFlight plays in providing timely medical support when every second counts.
A proud resident of the Darling Downs and originally hailing from Central Queensland, Emma understands the unique challenges and needs of regional communities. Her career has been marked by a commitment to driving change and fostering strong connections across industries.
Originally from Central Queensland, Emma fully understands the crucial need for accessible, life-saving services in our regional areas. Her personal connection to LifeFlight runs deep. At 19, following a severe motorcycle accident LifeFlight was instrumental in her emergency transport from Warwick to Brisbane. The experience underscored the critical role LifeFlight plays in providing timely medical support when every second counts.
We acknowledge the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Traditional Custodians of the land on which we serve and fly, and pay respect to their Elders past, present and future.
