Ethan is the founder and director of Hurt to Help. Born and raised in the Eastern Wheatbelt, Ethan has a strong connection to regional life and an understanding of the challenges faced by people in rural areas.

Currently a doctor currently working at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, his firsthand experience in healthcare has shaped his mission to bridge the gap between hurt and help.

Outside of medicine, Ethan is an accomplished ultra-marathon runner, often using endurance events to raise awareness and funds for the causes he’s passionate about. Through every campaign, he leads by example, turning personal challenge into meaningful impact.

As the driving force behind Hurt to Help, Ethan continues to inspire others with his energy, empathy, and commitment to creating real change across the state.

Lynda is an inaugural Director and Secretary of Hurt to Help and proudly known as Ethan’s mum. As a Deputy Principal at Narembeen District High School and a dedicated community volunteer, Lynda brings over 30 years of experience working with children in rural areas. Her extensive background gives her a deep appreciation of the unique challenges faced by young people in regional communities.

At Hurt to Help, Lynda is at the forefront of every event and planning session, playing a pivotal role in shaping and delivering initiatives that make a real difference. Her leadership ensures that the organisation’s projects run smoothly and effectively, with a focus on creating meaningful community connections and support networks.

Lynda’s passion for education, community engagement, and helping others is woven through everything she does, making her an invaluable part of the Hurt to Help team and the wider Wheatbelt community.

Laura Butler is a highly experienced professional with a diverse business background spanning education, non-profits, and financial services. Passionate about building capability and capacity in rural, regional, and remote (RRR) Western Australia, Laura works to bridge the gap between opportunities in metropolitan areas and those in the regions.

Laura holds a Master of Business Management (MBM) from Swinburne University of Technology, an Advanced Credential in Enterprise Governance from Bond University, and a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) from Curtin University. She is a member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (MAICD), an Associate Fellow Member of the Australian Institute of Management WA (AFAIM), and an Associate Member of the Institute of Community Directors Australia (MICDA).

Laura sits on numerous non-profit boards and committees locally and nationally, focusing on empowering young people, women, and disadvantaged groups.

Brodie Chalwell is a Wealth Adviser at Canaccord Genuity, where he specialises in Financial Planning and Stockbroking. With a solid background in finance and a passion for helping others, Brodie supports Hurt to Help as Treasurer, overseeing the organisation’s financial operations and helping guide its long-term sustainability and growth.

Brodie’s involvement also goes beyond the numbers. He’s a big believer in the Hurt to Help mission and isn’t afraid to get involved in the physical side of things too. He’s taken on several endurance events, including completing the Busselton Half Ironman and the Bin 2 Bin Marathon, showing his commitment to pushing both his body and his limits for a good cause.

Originally from Ireland, Steph has proudly called Australia home for the past 16 years, all of which have been spent in the Wheatbelt alongside her husband Steve and their two daughters, Ella and Layla.

She works at CBH Group and is deeply passionate about supporting regional communities. Her community involvement includes time on the Merredin Youth Committee and serving as both a junior coach and player for the Burracoppin Hockey Club.

Having recently completed a Bachelor of Business with a major in Human Resource Management, Steph is excited to bring fresh energy and dedication to the Hurt to Help team. She has long admired the incredible work of the organisation and is honoured to contribute and support its mission in any way she can.

Clint Butler is a fourth-generation farmer based in Narembeen, where he lives with his wife Laura and their young son George. Deeply rooted in the land and the local community, Clint brings energy and innovation to everything he does, on and off the farm.

He’s the Secretary of the Narembeen Football Club and assistant coach to the league side, playing a hands-on role in shaping local sport and supporting young players.

Clint is also the course coordinator Hurt to Help’s Bin to Bin Marathon, and led the inaugural Hurt to Help Football Round for the Eastern District Football League, and will continue to do so in 2026.

Clint is passionate about the Hurt to Help mission and excited to be part of a team working to make a real difference to regional families in WA. His leadership, drive, and strong community focus make him a vital part of both the agricultural sector and the wider Narembeen community.