St Pauls

Richard Morgan

Richard Morgan MA GDipMuseumStud(Syd) DipOutdoorRec(AQTF) FRSA MFIA MAICD JP joined the staff in April 2017, within which he is responsible for the administration of the College’s fundraising program and engagement with Paulines of all generations. A Fresher in 1978, Richard has given much of his time to assisting the St Paul’s College Union across various roles since he was an undergraduate. His role since 2023 is Director of Community Engagement with responsibility for alumni and community communications, website, social media, newsletters, events and College history.

Born in Manly and educated at Pittwater House for primary school, Richard boarded at Cranbrook after his family moved to Abercrombie House in Bathurst. Richard holds a BA in Archaeology and Geography at the University of Sydney and a postgraduate Diploma in Museum Studies. Richard has also completed a Sydney MA by research and thesis.

After completing his undergraduate studies, Richard worked alongside Pauline and Fellow of the College, Rev’d Dr Bill Jobling, who was Reader in the Department of Religious Studies. Richard assisted Bill in the field across several seasons of the Aqaba-Ma’an Archaeological and Epigraphic Survey of Southern Jordan, where he put his archaeological learnings to good use.

Upon his return to Australia, Richard took up a post in Newcastle as a museum director, responsible for the creation of the regional museum (a major NSW Bicentennial Project that was opened by HM The Queen in 1988). Richard then led the Sydney Maritime Museum before returning to Pittwater House as an educational administrator in 1991. After thirteen years, Richard was appointed Principal for six years.

Richard then consulted in Sydney and Timor Leste in support of humanitarian and philanthropic programs, as well as an appointment at the Institute of Business Studies in Port Moresby, PNG. After returning to Australia, Richard became the Director of Tourism and Community Development in Forbes, NSW, prior to his appointment at St Paul’s.

Richard has also given continuous national service through the Australian Army Cadets since the age of 19. For over 40 years, Richard’s service has taken the shape of many roles, including the top appointment as National Assistant Commander with the rank of Colonel. His recent transfer to the Australian Navy Cadets now sees him occupying a senior national management role as Director of Business, with the rank of Commander.

Richard is a proud Pauline who loves engaging with members of the Pauline community across all ages and interests. He thrives on assisting them in their journey towards their own personal and professional endeavours. He is enjoying working within the advancement team continuing to influencing the effort to raise much needed philanthropic support for the future of Paul’s.

An organist, Richard takes great delight in playing at the College Chapel on occasions and in the broader church community. Richard was recognised by the Commonwealth Government for his community, education and defence service with the award of the Centenary of Federation Medal in 2003. He lives in North Sydney with his wife, Alison, who have a son and daughter plus five grandchildren.

Sarah Siegloff

Sarah Siegloff is the Manager of Major Gifts. Sarah joined the St Paul’s College Community Advancement Team in 2023, working with Richard Morgan and Julie Lam, to engage with the St Paul’s College community and support its goals into the future. Sarah is focused on major gifts and planned giving.

After initially working in banking Sarah spent many years living overseas with her husband and two children. It was while living in the Netherlands that she first started working in schools in various community leadership roles and realised her admiration of and enthusiasm for supporting outstanding educational institutions. Most recently she was the Vice President of the Ascham Parents’ Association, where her two daughters attended. This involved collaborating with a variety of stakeholders on events, projects and fundraising.

Sarah has been impressed by the generous welcome she has received from everyone in the St Paul’s Community. She thoroughly enjoys interacting with all the students, staff, parents, alumni and friends of the college, and looks forward to making a significant contribution to the college as part of an outstanding team.

Jackie Cox

Jackie Cox BAcct(SCU) FCPA JP commenced with St Paul’s in late 2017 and is the Director of Finance and Operations at St Paul’s College, responsible for its operational, financial and commercial management. She also serves as Secretary to the College Council and is responsible for the Groups and Conferencing business. Jackie is a Fellow Certified Practising Accountant (FCPA), bringing over two decades of experience in the accommodation, hospitality and travel sectors to St Paul’s and is a Justice of the Peace (JP). In her spare time, Jackie is an avid photographer.

Amanda O’Yang

Amanda O’Yang is the warm, smiling face behind the College’s reception, welcoming all undergraduate, postgraduate and senior members into the St Paul’s residential community. Amanda works hard to make all residents feel comfortable in their ‘home away from home’. She embraces the unique college spirit that ensures each resident has the best possible collegiate experience.

Amanda’s career in the Hotel and Tourism industry began when she worked in numerous front office positions, before making a pivot. She has a career spanning over 16 years within the Recruitment and Human Resources field, responsible for supporting Recruitment and Human Resources Directors.

Amanda joined the St Paul’s team in October 2018, working alongside the administration and operations team. Her passion and commitment fuel an extremely engaged approach to her work, with Amanda driven to create a supportive community that allows St Paul’s residents to thrive as young, independent adults.

Amanda lives with her husband and two young daughters, as well as their recently adopted puppy.

Brad Skone

Brad Skone is a cabinet maker by trade, and Brad was a part of the St Paul’s College maintenance team for over a decade, making his promotion to Facilities Manager a seamless transition. Brad enjoys meeting a variety of characters and personality types as he works across the St Paul’s campus. Every day poses a new challenge, with two days rarely the same as each other. A keen sportsman in his day, Brad is passionate about the sporting aspects of College life, and is a proud supporter of the Canberra Raiders.

Mark Elliott

Mark Elliott BE(Civil)(Syd) joined the St Paul’s College Council in 2016 and became Chair in 2017. He is a member of the Finance Committee and a Director of SPCGH, the entity which developed and owns the Ivan Head and McMillan buildings.

Mark is also a member of the Friends of Sydney University Football (Rugby) Club and plays a key role in the Club’s mentoring program.

Mark is a Non-Executive Director of Sydney Metro Airports (Bankstown and Camden Airports), environmental firm EMM Consulting and Chair of ESG and leadership specialist Apricot Consulting. Mark also provides mentoring for Senior Executives through Stephenson Mansell Group.

He spent the first 17 years of his career in construction as a Site Engineer, Project Manager and Regional Manager, working across Australia. The next 17 years saw Mark in MD/CEO roles across the infrastructure, engineering, construction and mining industries.

Mark commenced at Paul’s in 1981, representing the College in three Rawson Cup sports (rugby, rowing and athletics), resulting in four wins. He served on the Student’s Club Committee in his final year (1984) and convened rugby. Mark is married to Caroline, and together they have three children. He continues to enjoy skiing, rowing, running, kayaking and adventure travel.

Max Wood

The Reverend Dr Max Wood BA LLB(Macq) BTheol(Hons)(Charles Sturt) PhD(Durham) is a Clerical Fellow and Deputy Chair of the St Paul’s College Council, first taking the position of Clerical Fellow in 2015. Fr Max is also the Rector of St Luke’s, Mosman.

Fr Max grew up in Sydney and was educated at Trinity Grammar School. Before being ordained in 2004 in the Bathurst Diocese, Fr Max was a practising solicitor in Sydney. He undertook his theological studies in Morpeth, Canberra and Durham.

Prior to joining St Luke’s, Mosman, Fr Max was the Rector of St John’s Mudgee. He also had oversight of St Luke’s Gulgong and served in a variety of Diocesan positions throughout Bathurst. Fr Max has also ministered at Holy Trinity Orange, St Augustine’s Merewether in Newcastle Diocese, and St Margaret’s in Durham, UK.

Fr Max was an Honorary Associate Priest at St James King Street in Sydney before leaving Australia to pursue his doctoral thesis in the UK. While at Durham, Fr Max was also a member of the ministry team and a Fellow at St Chad’s College. During this time, he studied for his doctorate in systemic theology and became licensed to officiate in the Province of York.

Fr Max currently serves on the General Synod Mission and Ministry Commission, as well as the Northern Regional Council of the Diocese of Sydney.

He is married to Dr Danielle Firholz and has two children. Fr Max enjoys watching documentaries about activities he would never do in person – such as Alaskan crab fishing – and is a life-long passionate supporter of the St George Illawarra Dragons.

Andrew Sinclair

Mr Andrew Sinclair BE(Syd) is the current Bursar of the College and has been on Council since 2013. He is a Director of Giant Capital Management Limited, an energy investment firm operating principally in the United States. He is also a Director of Longreach Energy Holdings alongside numerous subsidiaries and affiliates of those firms.

Andrew was in residence at St Paul’s from 1991, remaining until the completion of his Mechanical Engineering degree in 1994.

James Bell

James Bell BA LLB(Syd) has been a Fellow since 1996. During his own studies, he read Arts with majors in Government and Music, as well as Law, during which time he was a resident of the College himself. He undertook many extracurricular roles, including Treasurer of the Students’ Club, Cellar Master, Editor of Pauline and Producer of Victoriana, so is very familiar with the day-to-day life of the St. Paul’s community.

After graduating in 1976, James practised as a lawyer for 20 years at the national law firm of Blake Dawson Waldron. He spent ten years as a partner, with three years as Head of the Banking and Finance Division of the Sydney office.

In 1995, James established his own firm, specialising in commercial, entertainment and media law. His clients ranged from major television networks to established singers, actors, writers and producers, as well as general commercial clients.

James served five years as a board member of an ASX-listed public company, chairing the Audit Committee, Corporate Governance Committee and the Nominations and Remuneration Committee during this time. He has also served as the Director of a start-up company that entered into joint venture arrangements with Chongqing Tianfu Coal Industry Co Ltd in order to commercialise gas extraction technology in Chongqing, China.

He is currently the Chairman of a UK-based company that is seeking to commercialise a domestic waste disposal machine that converts glass, metal and plastic containers into recyclable raw materials.

Alongside James’ professional endeavours, he has carried out a grazing business at Goulburn since the 1970s and a grazing property in New Zealand. He has served as Director of the NSW Polo Association and President of the Goulburn Polo Club. James is currently the Director of multiple charitable and community foundations and associations.

Chrissy Biscoe

Dr Christine Biscoe BDS(Syd) FADI FPFA was first elected to Council in 2012. Christine is an alumna of the Women’s College and her two sons are Paulines. After graduating she worked in the RAN before entering private practice as a dentist. Christine has run her own dental practice for 32 years. In 2016 she was appointed to the NSW Dental Council.

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