With a foundation in applied and laboratory science, including soil science, ecology and biosecurity, Olivia Melville-Main combines a strong background in science with advanced qualifications, holding an MBA and a postgraduate certificate from the University of Western Australia, specialising in Social Impact.
Over the past 22 years, Olivia has lived and worked on a mixed livestock enterprise in the Upper Great Southern region of Western Australia. She has a lifelong passion for riding horses, enjoying stock work, and engaging with the land.
Her career spans roles in local government economic development and project management, where she has fostered community engagement and delivered outcomes in sustainability and resource management. This diverse background reflects a strong commitment to integrating science, business and rural life to address complex environmental and agricultural challenges.