Browse the Human Library

The Human Library is a growing collection of MidCoast people sharing their career journeys, challenges, and the values that guide them.

Each story is unique — and each one shows that there’s no single path to success. Whether you’re a student figuring out your next step or someone guiding others on theirs, we hope these stories spark curiosity, courage and connection.

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Works in Academia & Research, Works in Business / Corporate, Retired & Active in Community, Studied at University Meredith Paige Works in Academia & Research, Works in Business / Corporate, Retired & Active in Community, Studied at University Meredith Paige

Dr. Alison McIntosh

Dr Alison McIntosh is the Chair of Taree Universities Campus and a passionate advocate for regional education. With a professional journey spanning corporate computing in Brisbane and Sydney, through to earning her PhD via distance education, Alison’s career has been defined by persistence and a meticulous attention to detail.

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Works in Communications / Media, Works in Government, Works in Not-For-Profits, Retired & Active in Community, Studied at University Meredith Paige Works in Communications / Media, Works in Government, Works in Not-For-Profits, Retired & Active in Community, Studied at University Meredith Paige

Narelle Campbell

Narelle Campbell’s remarkable career has spanned from high-pressure media roles to leadership in one of the world’s most isolated environments—Antarctica. As a former Station Leader for the Australian Antarctic Division, Narelle’s key to success has always been her ability to listen, observe, and ask the right questions.

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