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Our Vision

To be the leading provider of accessible personalised transport and support services,
empowering people to live fulfilling lives.

Proudly serving the Sutherland Shire community for over 40 years, we’re here to help you stay connected, independent and active. With nearly 10,000 local customers already on board, you can enjoy the things you love — visiting family and friends, going shopping, keeping appointments, or joining in on fun social activities. Wherever you need to go, we’ll get you there safely and comfortably.

We support Home Care Package clients, NDIS participants, and anyone in the community who needs a little extra help to get out and about. Thanks to State and Federal Government funding, and the support of our wonderful volunteers, our fares are low-cost and subsidised — often much cheaper than taxis or rideshares.

Best of all, we provide a genuine door-to-door service. Our friendly drivers and onboard Transport Assistants are always ready to lend a hand, making sure you feel supported from your front door to the vehicle and back again.

With a fleet of modern, comfortable cars and small buses — all with room for walkers and wheelchairs — getting out and about has never been simpler.

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Our Purpose

To deliver high quality, innovative and responsive transport and support services that enhance the independence, well being and community connection for all people with a focus on older adults with complex needs, mobility challenges and/or difficulty accessing transport

Activus ambassadors.

Our ambassadors play an important role in helping spread the word about the good work we do here at Activus. They champion our causes and help us build the important relationships that keep our company running, providing the essential care and transport that our vibrant community needs.

Associate Professor
Peter Gonski

Associate Professor Peter Gonski joined the organisation as an Ambassador in December 2019.

Associate Professor Gonski’s acceptance of the Ambassador role underpins his belief that affordable community transport plays a crucial role in supporting positive health and ageing outcomes by ensuring people are able to attend medical appointments, social outings and community activities.

As Director of Southcare at Sutherland Hospital and Community Services, Associate Professor at the Faculty of Medicine, UNSW, and Clinical Stream Director for Aged Care and Rehabilitation, South Eastern Sydney Local Health District, Associate Professor Gonski is a strong advocate for improved community integrated care.

His appointment as Activus Ambassador also follows the launch of the Rapid Assessment, Diagnosis and Intervention Unit Sutherland (RADIUS) at Sutherland Hospital.

We believe that our work with Professor Gonski will be an important step in helping people navigate and get the best out of the current aged care system and improve the wellbeing of the local community.

Cheryl KoenigOAM

Longtime Sutherland Shire resident, author and carers advocate Cheryl Koenig OAM joined the organisation as an Ambassador in March 2020.

She will work with us to improve outcomes for our community across the aged care and disability sector. She will raise awareness of the role of carers in our community and the benefits of community transport in supporting individuals, families and their carers to attend medical and other appointments, as well as social outings.

Cheryl has received many awards and accolades including the 2008 Sassy Literary Award, 2009 NSW Woman of the Year and 2014 Medal of the Order of Australia. She is an Ambassador for Sutherland Shire Carer Support Service, a carer representative for Carers NSW and has worked with disability support groups. Her career has been shaped by her role as a carer and advocate for her son, who was severely injured in a vehicle accident.

We believe Cheryl’s insight and experience will help Activus develop positive solutions that support our customers and the wider community.

Our History

In 1979 transport options for frail aged and people with a disability weren’t adequate and concerns about the lack of services in the Sutherland Shire were raised. A meeting was called between Disabilities Unlimited, Meals on Wheels, local hospital representatives and the Sutherland Shire Information Service where a  fundraising initiative was undertaken.

Less than six months later Rotary presented a new ‘modern’ Holden station wagon to Disabilities Unlimited signifying the start of the community transport service within Sutherland Shire.

A management committee was formed to administer the operational aspect of the service and it became operational immediately, providing two days service per week on a Tuesday and Thursday.

In reality, during the first 12 months of operation, much of the services operating costs were derived from various service clubs within the Shire as well as from Sutherland Shire Council.  Additionally it was decided that the service become a constituted body based on a model offered by the NSW Government Department of Youth and Community Services which would enable ‘charity’ status therefore enabling further fundraising.  The service was progressing past its infancy at last.

Fast forward 30 years and the organisation has gone from strength to strength  servicing over  10,000 clients in the Sutherland Shire.

It has a fleet of 22 vehicles and is administered by a Management Committee, a staff of over 20 and a volunteer team of nearly 80.  Activus Transport continues to be a well respected and regarded leader for community transport in the Shire.

Meet the Activus Board

Experienced leaders guiding Activus with dedication and community focus.

Graham Ware

President

Graham brings over 40 years of experience with NSW Department of Public Works, specialising in building construction, contract supervision, WHS, and heritage restoration. He has extensive expertise in project management, facilities maintenance, and has completed training in financial management, HR and IT. Graham has been a dedicated member of Activus since 2007.

Gary Richards

Treasurer

Gary is a Chartered Accountant with global experience across the UK, Canada, and Australia, including management consulting roles with Ernst & Young and Price Waterhouse. For over 20 years he has run his own consulting practice, specialising in health planning and project management. A past Rotary President, Gary joined the Activus Board in 2015 and serves as Treasurer.

Grahame Wagener

Vice Chair

Grahame retired after a 40-year career in the Department of Education and has since focused on community service, particularly supporting children with special needs in sport. He was named Rugby League Volunteer of the Year in 2013 and has held committee roles with the Engadine Dragons Junior Rugby Club. Grahame has been a valued member of the Activus Board since 2019

Jan Forshaw

Member

Jan served on Sutherland Shire Council from 2004 to 2012, including as Deputy Mayor. She chaired the Community Services Committee and led improvements in aged care, shopping centres, and Men’s Sheds. Since retiring, she has remained active as a volunteer and board member with organisations including Activus Transport and Dunlea. Jan brings extensive community leadership experience.

Glennys Campbell

Member

Glennys’ 45-year career spanned administration, customer service, marketing, and managerial support across private, community, and public service sectors. She spent over two decades at Pole Depot Community Centre before moving into disability services with CRS Australia and later the Department of Human Services. Glennys joined Activus as a Volunteer Driver in 2019, later serving on the Risk Management Committee before joining the Board in 2021.

Joe Dal Forno

Member

Joe’s career spans manufacturing, production, and IT, specialising in ERP system sales, training, and consulting across Australia, New Zealand, and Asia. He has successfully implemented technology-driven manufacturing solutions at multiple sites. In retirement, Joe enjoys pursuing his passion for model railways and remains actively involved in the St. John Bosco Parish community. He joined the Activus Board in 2024.

JAde Bond

Jade Bond

Member

Jade Bond is a Sydney-based lawyer with a deep commitment to community service, accessibility and social impact. With over a decade of experience practising employment law, she regularly provides pro bono legal advice through a community legal centre. Jade joined the Board in 2025 and is focused on delivering practical, people-centred outcomes

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