Board of Directors

Appointed Chair in May 2020, Peter Remfrey has served on the Police Bank Board since 2016, including terms as Deputy Chair and Acting Chair. He was Secretary of the Police Association of NSW from 1998 to 2018 and Branch Administrator of the NSW Police Branch of the Police Federation of Australia from 1988 to 2018. A life member of the Police Association of NSW, Peter holds a degree in Economics (University of Sydney), completed postgraduate studies at Harvard University, is a nationally accredited mediator and graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD). He runs a consulting practice and in 2023 was an advisor to the NSW Premier focused on the reforms to the state’s industrial relations system.

Robert Redfern has been a Director since 2013 and was appointed Deputy Chair in December 2021. He has had a distinguished policing career, including senior command roles in Legal Services, State Audit, Workforce Safety, and as a Local Area Commander. A Legal Practitioner of the Supreme Court of NSW and High Court of Australia, he holds degrees in Economics and Law, a Master of Studies (Applied Criminology and Management, Cambridge), and an Executive Master of Public Administration (University of Sydney). Robert is a graduate of AICD and recipient of the Australian Police Medal, National Medal, and the Commissioner’s Commendation for Service.

Col Dyson was appointed to the Police Bank Board in 2012 and has served as the Deputy Chair of the Board. Col has had a distinguished career as a former Detective Superintendent of NSW Police, and Commander of the NSWPF Fraud and Cybercrime squad. He is a recipient of the Australian Police Medal, National Medal 2nd clasp, NSW Police Medal 6th clasp, and the National Police Medal. Col holds qualifications in management, personnel management, and corporate governance, and has completed strategic leadership and command development programs with the NSW Police Force.

David Hudson joined the Board in 2017 and is currently Deputy Commissioner of the NSW Police Force. His career includes leadership roles in Investigations and Counterterrorism, as well as Corporate Services. He holds a Master of Public Policy and qualifications in criminology and corporate governance. David’s service has been recognised with multiple honours, including the Australian Police Medal, National Police Service Medal, National Emergency Medal, and Commissioner’s Commendations for Service.

Appointed in January 2021, Pat Gooley is Secretary of the Police Association of NSW and a former Inspector with the NSW Police Force, where he served for 23 years. Pat holds a Diploma of Policing, a Graduate Certificate of Management (UNSW AGSM), and completed the Harvard Trade Union Program. Admitted as a solicitor in 2008, he serves on numerous committees and boards, including the NSW Police Provident Fund and Blue Knot Foundation. He is a graduate of AICD and recipient of several service medals, including the National Police Service Medal and Humanitarian Overseas Service Medal.

Appointed in 2021, Justine Saunders is Deputy Secretary for Biosecurity, Operations and Compliance at the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry. She has held senior leadership roles in the Australian Border Force and Department of Home Affairs and previously served as ACT Chief of Police during a 29-year career with the Australian Federal Police. Justine holds a Master of Leadership and Management (Policing), a Bachelor of Social Sciences with Distinction, and a Graduate Certificate in Applied Management. She is a current Deputy Chair of Menslink and has served on multiple boards.

Appointed in 2023, Joanna Bushby brings over 25 years of global experience in financial services. She is a seasoned executive and non-executive director with expertise spanning treasury, investment banking, governance, compliance, corporate funding, strategy, capital markets, and risk management. Joanna has worked across highly regulated environments, both domestically and internationally, and is known for her leadership in complex financial and regulatory contexts. Joanna is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD).

Sarv Girn joined the Board in 2023 and is currently Chief Information Officer at I-Med Radiology Network. With a 30-year career across financial services and healthcare, he has held senior technology and transformation roles at the Reserve Bank of Australia, Westpac, and Commonwealth Bank. Sarv specialises in digital transformation, cyber security risk management, and technology governance. He is a respected leader in navigating complex, large-scale IT change programs with strong business outcomes.