Audit and risk committee
Three new independent members have been appointed to Council's audit and risk committee.
These appointments conclude Council’s search for an experienced and highly competent committee.
On 28 October 2025, the Council resolved to appoint:
- Independent chair, Martin Cutter, for a term of three years
- Independent member, Casey Nunn ASM OAM, for a term of two-and-a-half years, and
- Independent member, Meriel O’Sullivan, for a term of two years.
These appointments provide the mix of skills and experience to provide confidence in Council fulfilling its corporate governance responsibilities, through oversight of Council’s accounting and financial reporting practices, management of risk, internal controls, operation of good governance and fostering a culture of sound organisational ethics.
The staggered appointment terms have been structured to ensure continuity of knowledge and experience on the committee, preventing all memberships from expiring simultaneously and maintaining consistent oversight of Council's governance functions.
Sitting members profiles
Martin Cutter (Chair)
Martin is an experienced CEO and consultant who has a strong local government, government business enterprise, finance and professional services background. Martin has held positions as CEO of the City of Greater Geelong, various general manager roles across a wide portfolio of services at City of Melbourne, senior finance roles at ANL Limited and audit roles at KPMG.
Martin is currently a director on the South West TAFE board and has served on numerous boards and committees over his working career including the G21 Geelong Regional Alliance Ltd.
Martin has critical skill sets across political crises management, finance and due diligence, governance and audit, economic development, major capital projects, commercial negotiation advice, community engagement and complex stakeholder management.
Martin’s professional qualifications include:
- Australian Chartered Accountant (ACA)
- Graduate Diploma, Securities Institute of Australia
Casey Nunn (member)
Casey Nunn ASM OAM is an experienced governance leader and public servant with a strong commitment to community outcomes, emergency services and member advocacy.
Casey currently serves as deputy chair of the Victorian State Emergency Service (VICSES) and is a board member of Vision Super and the Super Members Council of Australia. At Vision Super, Casey has played a significant governance role over many years, including eight years as chair of the Audit Committee, overseeing financial oversight, risk management and assurance frameworks during a period of significant change in the superannuation sector.
Casey holds a Bachelor of Business (Management) and a Bachelor of Health Science (Public Health). She is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD) and a graduate of the Australian Institute of Superannuation Trustees (Adv.). She recently completed a Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security Governance and Risk Management at RMIT University, further strengthening her expertise in governance, risk and organisational resilience.
Alongside her board roles, Casey has a long history of public service and community leadership. Her contributions have been recognised with the Ambulance Service Medal (ASM) and the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM).
Meriel O'Sullivan (member)
Meriel O’Sullivan is a leadership consultant and executive coach, specialising in organisational change, conflict and culture. She works with executive leaders and boards to navigate complex people, performance and governance challenges, supporting organisations to align strategy, behaviour and leadership practice.
As director of Redd Consultancy, Meriel brings more than 20 years’ experience in human resources, with particular expertise in employee relations, complex workplace matters and the resolution of conflict. Her work focuses on helping organisations address challenging workplace dynamics while strengthening leadership capability, accountability and organisational culture. Her professional experience includes roles in local government, and work as a restorative engagement facilitator for national and state government redress schemes.
Meriel has significant governance experience and has served as chair of the Workplace Injury Commission, and Uniting Care Sunshine and Broadmeadows. She has completed the Company Directors Course with the Australian Institute of Company Directors and the Ethical Leadership Program at Cranlana Centre for Ethical Leadership.
Meriel holds a Master of Conflict Resolution, is a certified executive coach and a nationally accredited mediator.