YHA Australia
Damien Rodgers is an experienced professional with a diverse background in emergency medical services, travel consultancy, and hospitality management. Currently serving as the Central Reservations Manager at YHA Australia since July 2022, Damien has previously held significant roles including Emergency Medical Technician and Ambulance Education & Mentor with St John Ambulance Papua New Guinea. In addition, a Health Services Representative during the COVID-19 response in New South Wales, Damien has extensive experience in customer service and training. With over 20 years in hospitality management, encompassing roles up to Regional and General Manager, Damien possesses a robust educational foundation, including a Bachelor of Paramedicine in progress at CQUniversity, and various certifications in travel, tourism, and healthcare training.
YHA Australia
YHA Australia offers unique, affordable and sustainable accommodation across Australia. We are a for-purpose, membership-based organisation and have provided curious travellers with quality short-stay accommodation for over 80 years. We are proudly part of the global organisation Hostelling International – a network of over 3,000 unique places to stay in more than 70 countries. Currently, we have a network of nearly 50 properties across the country with facilities like on-site pools, open-air rooftops, bars, cafes and coworking spaces. Our travellers can enjoy experiences with us that range from Opera House views on the YHA Sydney Harbour rooftop to sleeping in a prison cell in the historic Fremantle Prison to hiking back to eco-friendly lodging in the heart of a National Park.