Meet our 2026 Ambassadors
Discover our 2026 City of Albany Ambassadors. Learn more about their work and their passion for our remarkable city.
Uncle Lester Coyne
For over 64 years, I have been heavily involved in the Albany community.
Tracey Bridges
As the CEO of the Albany Chamber of Commerce and Industry my role is to connect our members and business community with opportunities linked to Albany 2026.
Matt Reuben James Ward
As Artistic Director and CEO of Breaksea, I am honoured to be involved in two pivotal Albany 2026 projects that interweave community voice, traditional wisdom and ambitious artistic innovation.
Malcolm Traill
As a local historian and author, I’ve spent decades preserving and sharing Albany’s history, working with Elders and community, supporting arts and markets, and proudly championing Albany 2026.
Aunty Carol Pettersen
I am the Deputy Chair of the Albany 2026 Cultural Advice Sub-Committee and am involved in several projects for 2026 in the Major Events space, New Years Eve 2025 and many incredible community projects throughout the year.