Our Board of directors

Kane Slater, Founder of the Yarnbala Foundation was born and raised on South Australia’s Eyre Peninsula, where his deep connection to the bush and ocean began early in life. Nature offered him a sense of wonder, safety, and belonging—values that continue to guide his commitment to conservation today.

After travelling across Australia and overseas, Kane returned home with a renewed appreciation for the Eyre Peninsula’s unique and irreplaceable ecosystems. Alongside Brooke Slater, he co-founded an eco-sustainable business in Coffin Bay, starting with a simple intention: to care for a pristine patch of bushland. That intention grew into years of immersive, hands-on work in habitat restoration, environmental education, and regenerative thinking.

The Yarnbala Foundation emerged from this journey—a natural progression of Kane’s vision to inspire action, strengthen community connection to the land, and create long-term solutions for biodiversity protection. Kane believes conservation must go beyond protection; it must involve active regeneration, resilience-building, and a shift in how we relate to the natural world.

His mission is clear: to protect and restore the wild, and to help others recognise that nature is not just beautiful—it’s vital. If we care for nature, nature will care for us.

Brooke Slater is the founding director of the Yarnbala Foundation, along with her husband Kane, bringing over 20 years of dedicated experience in education and environmental advocacy to the organisation. With a background as a passionate schoolteacher, Brooke has spent years inspiring the next generation to appreciate and protect the planet.

In addition to a robust career in education, Brooke is a devoted family person, raising two children who share in the commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship. This personal connection drives Brooke’s mission to create a healthier, more sustainable world for future generations.

Brooke holds a Bachelor of Education degree and is an active member of the Lower Eyre Coastcare Association. She is an avid hiker, bird watcher, ocean goer and gardener, believing that personal experience in nature fuels the desire to protect it. Outside of her professional pursuits Brooke enjoys spending time with family and friends, exploring the beauty of the natural world.

As Brooke embarks on this exciting new journey with the Yarnbala Foundation, she is committed to making a lasting impact in the environmental movement, advocating for local sustainable solutions, and a better future for future generations.

Tim Curran serves as the Director of the Yarnbala Foundation, dedicated to supporting community initiatives and sustainable development in regional Australia. With extensive experience in clinical dentistry and community health, Tim brings a unique perspective to the foundation's mission of fostering growth, well-being, and environmental stewardship.

Having lived on the Eyre Peninsula since 2008 with his wife and three children, Tim has a deep appreciation for the region's natural beauty and the importance of preserving it for future generations. Drawing on years of leadership in healthcare services across South Australia, Tim is passionate about creating programs that empower local communities, promote environmental conservation, and build lasting relationships. His commitment to sustainability, cultural awareness, and mentorship reflects the foundation's core values of trust, respect, and progress.

In his role, Tim champions initiatives that bridge environmental sustainability, education, and community development, ensuring that the Yarnbala Foundation continues to make a meaningful impact where it is needed most.