Australian Capital Territory Branch

I am a forensic chemist who currently works in the Workplace Health and Safety Sector and I have always had a passion for Forensic Science, with my postgraduate studies (Masters and PhD) being in Forensic Chemistry (firearms and explosives) working with both the AFP and the ADF. Having first joined ANZFSS in 2001, I have proudly contributed to the committee experience (2005-2013) and starting again in 2022 I look forward to the ongoing connection with the Canberra Forensic community.

I’m a Chemist and Science Communicator with 16 years of experience in forensic, medical and regulatory science environments. I’m currently pursuing further studies in science communication.

Recent graduate of a Bachelor of Forensic Science and Bachelor of Criminology at Deakin University. Continuing education to pursue a dedicated career in forensic pathology. Recently joined the ACT branch following being an active member of the Victoria branch.

Joel is a forensic firearm expert for the Firearms & Toolmark Identification section of the Australian Federal Police. He has over 10 years of experience working in the forensic firearm discipline. He holds a Bachelor of Science (Forensic Science) from the University of Western Sydney, a Graduate Certificate in Forensic Firearm Examination from the Canberra Institute of Technology, and is currently completing his Doctorate in Forensic Science through the University of Technology Sydney. His primary field of study is the interpretations of restored serial numbers in forensic laboratories. Joel has completed the National Training Curriculum for Forensic Firearm Examiners and gained expert certification through the Australasian Forensic Field Sciences Accreditation Board in 2019. He has published work in the Australian Journal of Forensic Science, Forensic Science International and the American Association of Firearm and Toolmark Examiners Journal. Joel is the winner of the ANZFSS NSW branch’s inaugural Eric Murray Professional Achievers Award, and the NIFS ‘forensic foundations’ best paper award 2023.

Relatively new to the role of Forensic Document Examiner, I hold a Bachelor of Forensic Biology from UTS and Master of Forensic Anthropology from UWA. I have been a member of ANZFSS since 2017.

I am a Forensic Chemist and hold a Bachelor of Forensic Science, with Honours and a Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice from Griffith University. Joe first joined ANZFSS (QLD Branch) in 2014.

Stewart is a forensic identification subject matter expert, specialising in biometrics and laboratory management. As the Director of private consulting firm, ForenSys, Stewart provides public and private sector agencies with advice and other services relating to forensic, identity, and intelligence systems.