Healthy Land & Water
Julie McLellan is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in the water and environmental sectors. Since July 2013, Julie has served as the Chief Executive Officer of Healthy Land and Water, leading initiatives aimed at promoting sustainable land and water management. Prior to this role, Julie held the position of Executive Director of Strategy & Growth at Queensland Urban Utilities from July 2012 to July 2013, and was the Water Resources Manager at Brisbane City Council from June 1998 to July 2012. Julie holds a degree in Applied Science with a focus on Analytical Chemistry from Queensland University of Technology, completed from 1992 to 1996, as well as a Year 12 certification from Kilbreda College Mentone, Victoria, completed in 1983.
Healthy Land & Water
Healthy Land and Water is the peak environmental group for South East Queensland. For over 20 years it has been dedicated to investing in and leading initiatives to build the prosperity, liveability, and sustainability of our ‘future region’. We are experts in research, monitoring, evaluation and project management. Our team has led many thousands of projects to restore waterways and landscapes, improve native habitats, manage weeds, protect native species, inform policy and educate communities on the best ways to improve and protect the environment for future generations. Working in partnership with Traditional Owners, government, private industry, utilities and the community, Healthy Land and Water delivers innovative and science-based solutions to challenges affecting the environment. The combination of scientific expertise and on-ground management works to deliver Healthy Land and Water’s mission to lead and connect through science and actions that will preserve and enhance our natural assets and support resilient regions long into the future.