Andrew Nixon commenced with DVA in 2025 to lead the Chaplaincy Program. He is a veteran, serving as a Naval Officer from 1989 to 2001 where he specialised in warfare and leadership training. He had the privilege to work with warfare officers, combat system operators, submariners, and clearance divers, but a highlight was preparing future Leading Seamen and Petty Officers to lead. He transferred to the reserve force in 2002 to train and work in full-time ordained ministry. He had the opportunity to transfer to the Navy Chaplaincy Branch in 2011 where he continues to serve as a reserve Senior Chaplain.

Brook Shearer is a Mental Health Social Worker with 25 years experience across the Corrections, Homelessness and Refugee fields, highlighting her passion for social justice and human rights. Brook has been with Open Arms Veteran & Families Counselling for 5 years specialising in clinical governance and policy, mental health service delivery and program management, and has developed and implemented programs which are evidence-based to support veterans and their families. Brook has extensive leadership experience in government and non-government organisations, with skills in policy development, stakeholder engagement, and program implementation.

Annabelle Wilson is the Veteran Family Commissioner. She was appointed on 1 August 2025 and commenced on 18 August 2025. She also serves on the Repatriation Commission and the Military Rehabilitation and Compensation Commission. Annabelle’s work is guided by a simple belief: families deserve systems that show up when they are needed most. Before becoming Commissioner, Annabelle held executive and governance roles across the veteran community, including Chief Operating Officer at Melbourne Legacy and Interim Board Member at the Institute of Veterans Advocacy. She is recognised for her ability to influence policy, lead service improvements, and collaborate across sectors to share her knowledge. Her grassroots advocacy has achieved national policy outcomes, including a new PBS listing of the drug Avastin and changes to the policy underpinning the Acute Support Package. She has transformed service delivery for families of veterans through the development and implementation of Melbourne Legacy’s model of care, including securing long-term Philanthropic funding for this. Annabelle is also committed to collaboration, and regularly contributes thought leadership across the sector, including delivery of a masterclass on Social Impact at the Victorian ESO Summit, and wide participation on Boards and committees across the sector.