Our Team

Meet the team behind CANEGROWERS Herbert River

A dedicated group of people working together to support, represent and advocate for our members, our community and the sugarcane industry.

Steph Ruggieri

Leading our local operational team and advocating for Herbert River, members, industry and the broader Queensland sugarcane industry.

Laura Brazier

Provides end-to-end payroll processing and administration services to CANEGROWERS Herbert River members, ensuring accurate and timely payroll compliance and support.

Vacant

Supporting the local team and our members while facilitating the Smartcane BMP program, to drive continuous improvement across the industry.

Kara Rapetti

Provides administrative, accounts and payroll support, assisting with the day-to-day operations and services of CANEGROWERS Herbert River.

Jess Hadley

Responsible for the financial administration and accounts management of CANEGROWERS Herbert River, CANEGROWERS Mitre 10 and all Siding Cleaning Fund activities.

Nikola Spampinato

Provides administrative, accounts and payroll support, assisting with the day-to-day operations and services of CANEGROWERS Herbert River.