50 Catholic Principals Across South East Queensland

Last updated: 11 August 2026.

Introduction

School Principals at Catholic schools across South East Queensland lead communities where learning, faith, family partnership and daily care meet. This directory highlights 50 Principals connected with Catholic schools across Brisbane, Ipswich, the Lockyer Valley, the Gold Coast, the Sunshine Coast and nearby South East Queensland communities. It is designed as a practical starting point for event organisers, education partners, leadership teams and people who want to understand the region's school leadership landscape.

The evidence is deliberately public and first party. It combines Brisbane Catholic Education's 2026 leadership announcements and profiles with its latest 2025 annual report set. That means the strongest current-role signals come from the 2026 articles, while some entries are grounded in the latest official annual report naming the Principal for the 2025 reporting year. Readers should recheck the school's current contact page before sending an invitation, because school leadership can change.

These are not rankings. A large college, a small primary school and a regional community solve different problems. The best fit depends on the audience, the purpose of the event and whether the conversation should focus on learning, wellbeing, faith, community, inclusion, pathways, technology or leading through change.

Why Catholic school Principals matter

School leadership is practical work. Principals hold together teaching quality, student wellbeing, staff culture, family relationships, Catholic identity, operations and the steady stream of decisions that make a school feel safe and purposeful. That makes them useful voices when a conference wants more than a general leadership story. They can connect a broad idea to the work of classrooms, staff rooms, families and local communities.

The people in this directory reflect different school types and communities. Some lead primary schools. Others lead colleges or Prep to Year 12 settings. Some are new to their current role, while others appear in the latest official reporting set. Use the list to build a shortlist, then shape the brief around the question the audience needs to answer.

How to use this list

Start with the school context and the reason for the invitation. Check the latest public school page before relying on a role or contact detail. Make the request specific, explain the audience and give the Principal a clear choice about whether the opportunity is suitable.

1. Russell Davey

Principal, St Peter's Primary School, Caboolture

Russell Davey is listed as Principal of St Peter's Primary School in Caboolture in an official Brisbane Catholic Education leadership source. BCE's February 2026 announcement lists him among the 15 new Principals beginning the 2026 school year. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

2. Alison Gilbert

Principal, St Mary's College, Ipswich

Alison Gilbert is listed as Principal of St Mary's College in Ipswich in an official Brisbane Catholic Education leadership source. BCE's February 2026 announcement lists her as a new Principal for 2026 and describes the college as a strong, vibrant community. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

3. Paul Easton

Principal, St Joseph's College, Coomera

Paul Easton is listed as Principal of St Joseph's College in Coomera in an official Brisbane Catholic Education leadership source. BCE's February 2026 announcement lists him as a new Principal and records that he felt called to the role after acting in it. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

4. Nathan Haley

Principal, Sacred Heart Primary School, Booval

Nathan Haley is listed as Principal of Sacred Heart Primary School in Booval in an official Brisbane Catholic Education leadership source. BCE's February 2026 announcement lists him as a new Principal beginning the 2026 school year. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

5. Nick Fogarty

Principal, St Columba's Primary School, Wilston

Nick Fogarty is listed as Principal of St Columba's Primary School in Wilston in an official Brisbane Catholic Education leadership source. BCE's February 2026 announcement lists him as a new Principal beginning the 2026 school year. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

6. Bernadette Wright

Principal, Christ the King School, Graceville

Bernadette Wright is listed as Principal of Christ the King School in Graceville in an official Brisbane Catholic Education leadership source. BCE's February 2026 announcement lists her as a new Principal beginning the 2026 school year. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

7. Carol Seagar

Principal, St Joseph's Primary School, Bardon

Carol Seagar is listed as Principal of St Joseph's Primary School in Bardon in an official Brisbane Catholic Education leadership source. BCE's February 2026 announcement lists her as a new Principal beginning the 2026 school year. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

8. Gavan Minz

Principal, St Mary's Primary School, Laidley

Gavan Minz is listed as Principal of St Mary's Primary School in Laidley in an official Brisbane Catholic Education leadership source. BCE's February 2026 announcement lists him as a new Principal beginning the 2026 school year. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

9. Clare Hogan

Principal, Our Lady of Good Counsel School, Gatton

Clare Hogan is listed as Principal of Our Lady of Good Counsel School in Gatton in an official Brisbane Catholic Education leadership source. BCE's February 2026 announcement lists her as a new Principal beginning the 2026 school year. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

10. John Christie

Principal, Marymount College, Burleigh Waters

John Christie is listed as Principal of Marymount College in Burleigh Waters in an official Brisbane Catholic Education leadership source. BCE's February 2026 announcement lists him as a new Principal beginning the 2026 school year. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

11. Charles Brauer

Principal, St Peter Claver College, Riverview

Charles Brauer is listed as Principal of St Peter Claver College in Riverview in an official Brisbane Catholic Education leadership source. BCE's February 2026 announcement lists him as a new Principal beginning the 2026 school year. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

12. Duncan Maitland

Principal, St William's School, Grovely

Duncan Maitland is listed as Principal of St William's School in Grovely in an official Brisbane Catholic Education leadership source. BCE's February 2026 announcement lists him as a new Principal beginning the 2026 school year. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

13. Theresa Redgwell

Principal, Holy Family Primary School, Indooroopilly

Theresa Redgwell is listed as Principal of Holy Family Primary School in Indooroopilly in an official Brisbane Catholic Education leadership source. BCE's June 2026 profile says she became the permanent Principal of Holy Family School on 9 June 2026. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

14. Louise Parry

Principal, St Thomas More Primary School, Sunshine Beach

Louise Parry is listed as Principal of St Thomas More Primary School in Sunshine Beach in an official Brisbane Catholic Education leadership source. BCE's June 2026 profile says she started in Term 1 2026 and is using the Marist tradition as a foundation for school improvement. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

15. Bianca Murphy

Principal, Holy Spirit School, New Farm

Bianca Murphy is listed as Principal of Holy Spirit School in New Farm in an official Brisbane Catholic Education leadership source. BCE's profile identifies this as her first substantive Principal role and links her approach to the Mercy tradition and collaboration. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

16. Tracey-Lee Cheesman

Principal, Our Lady of Fatima Primary School, Acacia Ridge

Tracey-Lee Cheesman is listed as Principal of Our Lady of Fatima Primary School in Acacia Ridge in an official Brisbane Catholic Education leadership source. BCE's profile identifies this as her first Principal role and highlights approachable connection and inclusive school communities. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

17. Donna Jones

Principal, Mater Dei Primary School, Ashgrove West

Donna Jones is listed as Principal of Mater Dei Primary School in Ashgrove West in an official Brisbane Catholic Education leadership source. A BCE April 2026 story highlights Mater Dei's dedicated STEM iHub and its students' Future is STEM result. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

18. Roycelyn Wilden

Principal, All Saints Primary School, Albany Creek

Roycelyn Wilden is listed as Principal of All Saints Primary School in Albany Creek in an official Brisbane Catholic Education leadership source. A BCE March 2026 story names her as Principal and describes cluster competitions that connect schools, staff and families. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

19. Peter Kerrins

Principal, St Anthony's School, Alexandra Hills

Peter Kerrins is listed as Principal of St Anthony's School in Alexandra Hills in Brisbane Catholic Education's latest official annual report set. BCE's latest annual report set names him as Principal of this Catholic Prep to Year 6 school in Alexandra Hills. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

20. Andrea Merrett

Principal, Our Lady's College, Annerley

Andrea Merrett is listed as Principal of Our Lady's College in Annerley in an official Brisbane Catholic Education leadership source. BCE's March 2026 leadership article names her as a Principal in its current list of women appointed to school leadership roles. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

21. Marcus Richardson

Principal, Aquinas College, Ashmore

Marcus Richardson is listed as Principal of Aquinas College in Ashmore in Brisbane Catholic Education's latest official annual report set. BCE's latest annual report set names him as Principal of Aquinas College, a Catholic secondary school in Ashmore. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

22. Catherine Connors

Principal, St Finbarr's School, Ashgrove

Catherine Connors is listed as Principal of St Finbarr's School in Ashgrove in Brisbane Catholic Education's latest official annual report set. BCE's latest annual report set names her as Principal of this Catholic Prep to Year 6 school in Ashgrove. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

23. Kristen Garrett

Principal, St Agatha's School, Clayfield

Kristen Garrett is listed as Principal of St Agatha's School in Clayfield in Brisbane Catholic Education's latest official annual report set. BCE's latest annual report set names her as Principal of this Catholic Prep to Year 6 school in Clayfield. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

24. Mia Curtis

Principal, St Mary's Primary School, Ipswich

Mia Curtis is listed as Principal of St Mary's Primary School in Ipswich in Brisbane Catholic Education's latest official annual report set. BCE's latest annual report set names her as Principal of St Mary's Primary School in Ipswich. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

25. Kurt Dutney

Principal, Our Lady of the Southern Cross College, Darra

Kurt Dutney is listed as Principal of Our Lady of the Southern Cross College in Darra in Brisbane Catholic Education's latest official annual report set. BCE's latest annual report set names him as Principal of this Catholic Prep to Year 12 college in Darra. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

26. Nicole Cole

Principal, St Joseph's School, Kangaroo Point

Nicole Cole is listed as Principal of St Joseph's School in Kangaroo Point in Brisbane Catholic Education's latest official annual report set. The official 2025 annual report names her as Principal and records 302 students at the Kangaroo Point school. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

27. Peter Surawski

Principal, St Dympna's School, Aspley

Peter Surawski is listed as Principal of St Dympna's School in Aspley in Brisbane Catholic Education's latest official annual report set. BCE's latest annual report set names him as Principal of this Catholic Prep to Year 6 school in Aspley. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

28. Leigh Mirto

Principal, St Kevin's Catholic Primary School, Benowa

Leigh Mirto is listed as Principal of St Kevin's Catholic Primary School in Benowa in an official Brisbane Catholic Education leadership source. A BCE March 2026 story names her as Principal and links her work to instructional leadership and classroom practice. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

29. Petrea Hass

Principal, St Patrick's Primary School, Gympie

Petrea Hass is listed as Principal of St Patrick's Primary School in Gympie in Brisbane Catholic Education's latest official annual report set. BCE's latest annual report set names her as Principal of this Catholic Prep to Year 6 school in Gympie. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

30. Alish Conley

Principal, Christ the King School, Deception Bay

Alish Conley is listed as Principal of Christ the King School in Deception Bay in Brisbane Catholic Education's latest official annual report set. The official 2025 annual report names her as Principal and records 361 students at Christ the King School. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

31. Rachelle Gibson

Principal, St James' School, Coorparoo

Rachelle Gibson is listed as Principal of St James' School in Coorparoo in Brisbane Catholic Education's latest official annual report set. The official 2025 annual report names her as Principal and records 132 students at St James School. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

32. Velma Erskine

Principal, St Joseph's School, North Ipswich

Velma Erskine is listed as Principal of St Joseph's School in North Ipswich in an official Brisbane Catholic Education leadership source. BCE's March 2026 leadership article names her as a current Principal, while the 2025 annual report records 390 students at the school. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

33. Erin Wedge

Principal, Mary MacKillop College, Nundah

Erin Wedge is listed as Principal of Mary MacKillop College in Nundah in Brisbane Catholic Education's latest official annual report set. The official 2025 annual report names her as Principal of the Nundah secondary college and records 619 students. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

34. John Bates

Principal, St Stephen's School, Algester

John Bates is listed as Principal of St Stephen's School in Algester in Brisbane Catholic Education's latest official annual report set. The official 2025 annual report names him as Principal and records 518 students at St Stephen's School. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

35. Gabrielle Jansen

Principal, St Mary MacKillop Primary School, Birkdale

Gabrielle Jansen is listed as Principal of St Mary MacKillop Primary School in Birkdale in an official Brisbane Catholic Education leadership source. BCE's March 2026 leadership article names her as a current Principal, and the 2025 annual report records 557 students. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

36. Britt Gurnett

Principal, St John Fisher College, Bracken Ridge

Britt Gurnett is listed as Principal of St John Fisher College in Bracken Ridge in Brisbane Catholic Education's latest official annual report set. The official 2025 annual report names her as Principal of the girls' Years 7 to 12 college and records 715 students. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

37. Jessica Mutton

Principal, Mary Immaculate Primary School, Annerley

Jessica Mutton is listed as Principal of Mary Immaculate Primary School in Annerley in Brisbane Catholic Education's latest official annual report set. The official 2025 annual report names her as Principal and records 68 students at the Prep to Year 6 school. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

38. Greg Cran

Principal, St Oliver Plunkett School, Cannon Hill

Greg Cran is listed as Principal of St Oliver Plunkett School in Cannon Hill in Brisbane Catholic Education's latest official annual report set. The official 2025 annual report names him as Principal and records 615 students at St Oliver Plunkett. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

39. Cathryn Caldwell

Principal, St Brendan's School, Moorooka

Cathryn Caldwell is listed as Principal of St Brendan's School in Moorooka in Brisbane Catholic Education's latest official annual report set. The official 2025 annual report names her as Principal and records 78 students at the Prep to Year 6 school. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

40. Belinda Kingston

Principal, St Kevin's School, Geebung

Belinda Kingston is listed as Principal of St Kevin's School in Geebung in Brisbane Catholic Education's latest official annual report set. The official 2025 annual report names her as Principal and records 357 students at St Kevin's School. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

41. Lisa McCormick

Principal, Sts Peter and Paul's School, Bulimba

Lisa McCormick is listed as Principal of Sts Peter and Paul's School in Bulimba in Brisbane Catholic Education's latest official annual report set. The official 2025 annual report names her as Principal and records 549 students at the Prep to Year 6 school. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

42. Renay Condon

Principal, St Benedict's Primary School, Mango Hill

Renay Condon is listed as Principal of St Benedict's Primary School in Mango Hill in an official Brisbane Catholic Education leadership source. BCE's March 2026 leadership article names her as a current Principal in its current leadership list. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

43. Amanda Steer

Principal, St Andrew's Catholic Primary School, Ferny Grove

Amanda Steer is listed as Principal of St Andrew's Catholic Primary School in Ferny Grove in an official Brisbane Catholic Education leadership source. BCE's March 2026 leadership article names her as a current Principal in its current leadership list. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

44. Jo-Anne Boyle

Principal, Holy Spirit School, Bray Park

Jo-Anne Boyle is listed as Principal of Holy Spirit School in Bray Park in an official Brisbane Catholic Education leadership source. BCE's March 2026 leadership article names her as a current Principal in its current leadership list. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

45. Cheryl Bell

Principal, St Flannan's Primary School, Zillmere

Cheryl Bell is listed as Principal of St Flannan's Primary School in Zillmere in an official Brisbane Catholic Education leadership source. BCE's March 2026 leadership article names her as a current Principal in its current leadership list. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

46. Liesl Profke

Principal, St Clare's Primary School, Yarrabilba

Liesl Profke is listed as Principal of St Clare's Primary School in Yarrabilba in an official Brisbane Catholic Education leadership source. BCE's March 2026 leadership article names her as a current Principal in its current leadership list. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

47. Veronica Wasiak

Principal, St Michael's College, Merrimac

Veronica Wasiak is listed as Principal of St Michael's College in Merrimac in an official Brisbane Catholic Education leadership source. BCE's March 2026 leadership article names her as a current Principal in its current leadership list. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

48. Gemma Lovell

Principal, Mother Teresa Primary School, Ormeau

Gemma Lovell is listed as Principal of Mother Teresa Primary School in Ormeau in an official Brisbane Catholic Education leadership source. BCE's March 2026 leadership article names her as a current Principal in its current leadership list. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

49. Felicity Pryer

Principal, St Pius X School, Salisbury

Felicity Pryer is listed as Principal of St Pius X School in Salisbury in an official Brisbane Catholic Education leadership source. BCE's March 2026 leadership article names her as a current Principal in its current leadership list. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

50. Sharon Collins

Principal, Siena Catholic College, Sippy Downs

Sharon Collins is listed as Principal of Siena Catholic College in Sippy Downs in an official Brisbane Catholic Education leadership source. BCE's March 2026 leadership article names her as a current Principal in its current leadership list. This gives event organisers a grounded starting point: a named leader, a real Catholic school and a clear regional setting. Read the official evidence.

The useful next question is fit. Check the audience, the leadership challenge and the outcome the session should create before making contact. A Principal's work sits close to culture, learning, family partnership and day-to-day execution, so the brief should be practical, specific and respectful of the school's public role.

Frequently asked questions

Are these Principals ranked?

No. This is a directory, not a ranking. The order follows the evidence collection sequence and the need to cover different South East Queensland communities.

Are all the roles confirmed as current?

The 2026 BCE leadership articles provide the strongest current-role evidence. Other entries use the latest official 2025 annual report set. Recheck the school's current public page before treating any role as unchanged.

Does the list include every Catholic school Principal in the region?

No. It is a checked list of 50 people from the public BCE evidence gathered for this package. It does not claim to be a complete census of every Principal in every Catholic school.

What should an event organiser include in an invitation?

Share the audience, date, format, topic, expected contribution, preparation required and decision deadline. A short, specific invitation respects the Principal's time and makes the fit easier to assess.

Conclusion

South East Queensland has a wide Catholic school leadership landscape, from small primary communities to large colleges and growing suburbs. The names here are a starting point for thoughtful research, not a substitute for checking the latest public school information. The best invitation will connect a real education challenge with a clear audience need and a practical outcome.

Related reading

For broader leadership and keynote research, see keynote speakers in Australia, keynote speakers in Queensland, and the Working Genius implementation guide.

About Jonno White

Jonno White helps leaders build organisations people would move cities to work at. His work is practical rather than motivational, giving teams something they can use on Monday morning.

A practical next step

If you are planning a leadership or education event, write down the one change you want the audience to make after the session. Then shortlist the people whose role and school context make that outcome credible.

For more practical leadership research, explore keynote speakers across Australia, keynote speakers in Queensland and the Working Genius implementation guide.