Our board

The Board of Directors is at the heart of GBK’s governance structure. Comprising representatives from each of the region’s 19 Island Registered Native Title Bodies Corporate (RNTBCs) and from 2 Torres Strait Islander Land Trusts, the Board provides cultural authority and strategic oversight. This inclusive representation ensures all communities have a voice in shaping GBK’s direction.

Board members meet regularly to discuss and decide on key issues, with alternate Directors stepping in when required to maintain continuity. While the Board maintains independence from operational matters, its influence is integral to GBK’s strategic and policy frameworks.

Board Members

George Morseu

Badu Ar Mua Migi Lagal (Torres Strait Islander) Corporation RNTBC

Mura Badulgal (Torres Strait Islander) Corporation RNTBC

Torenzo Elisala

Dauanalgaw (Torres Strait Islander) Corporation RNTBC

Jimmy Gela

Erubam Le (Torres Strait Islander) Corporation RNTBC

Nazareth Fauid

Garboi (Torres Strait Islander) Corporation RNTBC

Fred Peters

Gebaralgal (Torres Strait Islander) Corporation RNTBC

William Misi

Goemulgaw (Torres Strait Islander) Corporation RNTBC

Elizah Wasaga

Kaurareg Native Title Aboriginal Corporation RNTBC

Susan Billy

Kulkalgal (Torres Strait Islander) Corporation RNTBC

Keith Pabai

Maluilgal (Torres Strait Islander) Corporation RNTBC

Dimas Toby

Malu Kiai (Torres Strait Islander) Corporation RNTBC

Yessie Mosby

Masigalgal (Torres Strait Islander) Corporation RNTBC

Falen Passi

Mer Gedkem Le (Torres Strait Islander) Corporation RNTBC

Iona manas

Mualgal (Torres Strait Islander) Corporation RNTBC

Francis Pearson

Porumalgal (Torres Strait Islander) Corporation RNTBC

Keri Akiba

Saibai Mura Buway (Torres Strait Islander) Corporation RNTBC

Edward Savage

Rennel (Mauar) Island Torres Strait Islander Land Trust

Seriako stephen

Ugar Ged Kem Le Zeuber Er Kep Le (Torres Strait Islander) Corporation RNTBC

Manuel Tony Peters

Urapun Tubudal Gal Land Trust

Lui Ned David

Magani Lagaugal (Torres Strait Islander) Corporation RNTBC

Malu Lamar (Torres Strait Islander) Corporation RNTBC

Nora Pearson

Wakeyama (Torres Strait Islander) Corporation RNTBC

Kabay Tamu

Warraberalgal (Torres Strait Islander) Corporation RNTBC

Directors whose terms ceased this financial year:

  • Saila Savage

  • John Morris

  • David Ned David

We also acknowledge the passing of our Brother, Father, Awa and Colleague, Seri Stephen, GBK Director and Chair of Ugar Ged Kem Le Zeuber Er Kep Le. This loss is deeply felt across our organisation, our islands, and our wider GBK family.

Seri was a founding member of GBK and Malu Lamar. His leadership and guidance have shaped our work, grounded our direction, and supported our communities in meaningful ways. His absence will be felt profoundly. We move forward together, honouring his memory and continuing the work he helped shape.

Board Meetings

GBK’s Board of Directors meet at least once every three months to receive updates and presentations from the Chairperson and General Managers regarding GBK’s activities.

Upon review of these reports, the board offers guidance and instructions, assisting in the establishment of priorities and action plans aimed at advancing GBK’s vision, mission, and goals, in alignment with the strategic aspirations of the corporation.

Over 2024-2025, the Board met on 5 occasions:

  • 3-5 September 2024 (Malu Ki’ai)

  • 25 November 2024, Annual General Meeting (Palm Cove)

  • 25-28 November 2024 (Palm Cove)

  • 19-20 March 2025 (Masig)

  • 24-26 June 2025 (Kubin)