DAN SOVA
CHAIRPERSON
Dan and his wife and three children have been living in Sanctuary Lakes Resort since 2017.
Dan's professional background includes business startups, executive leadership, technology, and project management, bringing a unique blend of skills to the SLRS board.
Currently serving as the COO/CTO and board member of an Australian accounting & advisory firm, Dan has a proven track record in operations management, contractor management, system and process development, business and tech consulting, and compliance risk management.
Dan's diverse experience spans industries including Telecommunications, Accounting, Hospitality, Security and IT. He has successfully led and collaborated on multiple large, high-profile projects such as the National Broadband Network rollout.
A holder of a MBA in Innovation & Leadership, Dan has previously provided consultancy services to State Governments and Not-for-Profits. In addition to his professional endeavours, he enjoys golf, cooking and entertaining, and loves hiking and the outdoors.
Dan is committed to leveraging his multi-disciplinary expertise for the betterment of the Sanctuary Lakes community. He is eager to collaborate with fellow Board and Committee members to achieve the most sustainable, cost-effective, and desirable outcomes for our community.
ADAM ROWLAND
VICE CHAIR
Adam Rowland has been a dedicated resident of Sanctuary Lakes since 2014. Over the past ten years, he has been an active member of his Owners Corporation Committee, serving in various capacities including as an Authorised Representative.
With a wealth of management experience spanning government, tertiary, and private sectors, Adam brings a unique blend of skills and insights to his role at Sanctuary Lakes Resort Services Limited (SLRS). He holds several formal qualifications, including a Master of Business (Management), a Graduate Certificate in Policy and Human Services, and a Bachelor of Business Studies. His professional background is marked by leading diverse teams in complex environments, managing transformative change projects, driving process improvements, and fostering robust collaborative partnerships. Adam has consistently delivered organisation-wide initiatives and solutions.
Adam is passionately committed to the mission of SLRS to manage and maintain the community's assets, ensuring that services are delivered equitably to each lot owner and that SLRS operates in an affordable, sustainable, and risk-managed manner. He is dedicated to ensuring that Sanctuary Lakes remains a vibrant and well-managed environment for all residents.
DONOVAN BROWN
Originally from South Africa, having lived in the United Kingdom and the USA, and now settled in Melbourne, Don has been a resident in Jardin Estate since mid-2019 and in the process of settling on a new build. He is also an active member of the Sanctuary Lakes Golf Club.
Don holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Economics and Law), Bachelor of Laws, both from Rhodes University (South Africa) and a Master of Laws from Boston University (USA). Don is an admitted solicitor in Victoria and has an extensive legal and commercial background as a former senior finance lawyer at a leading global law firm in Melbourne and currently as a Senior Legal Counsel at a global renewable energy company for their Australian and New Zealand businesses.
Don’s experience cuts across advising on project financing, mergers and acquisitions and general corporate law. Don’s experience also includes advising boards on general day-to-day company secretariat and governance matters.
Don brings strong legal and commercial acumen, as well as a solid understanding on day-to-day operations of a company from a senior management point of view. Outside the workplace, Don is a sports fanatic, both on and off the field, and enjoys keeping fit and spending a lot of time with family and friends.
ADRIAN DENT
Adrian has been a member of the SLRS Board since October 2020 and currently resides in the Signature Estate (Stage 28) and has been living in Sanctuary Lakes Resort since 2015.
Adrian brings with him an extensive background in senior management in the service industry, previously working for the Accor and Lancemore Groups of Hotels across Australia. Adrian’s experience ranges from high-end luxury boutique hotels, mid-scale business hotels, facilities management and large scale events, conferencing and wedding operations.
Adrian brings this service experience to the Board along with strong financial business acumen, management experience and leadership skills SLRS board.
ALI KHAN
Dr. Ali Khan moved to Sanctuary Lakes (Stage 1) in 2020 from Berwick to join family who are residents of Sanctuary Lakes Resort since 2003. Dr Ali Khan is the Chair and Authorised Representative of SLRS (Stage 1).
Dr. Khan is the Chief Executive / Chairman of Victoria Crescent Medical Group, he has served as the CEO of Local Government Councils and Indigenous Health Corporations in Victoria, Western Australia, Northern Territory and Queensland.
Dr. Khan has a Doctorate in Clinical Audiology, a PHD in Economics and an MBA degree. Dr. Khan will bring to the Board a wealth of experience in governance, financial management, community engagement and economic growth. Dr. Khan has served as a Bail Justice for the State of Victoria since 2004.His interests include Hot Air Ballooning, Badminton and Travel.
PENG WEI
It's such an honour to have the opportunity of serving my community as a Board Member of SLRS. Having lived in Sanctuary Lakes for 10 years, I have seen its positive changes. I will strive to help the Board and Management team hear residents' voices so that we can all work together to make Sanctuary Lakes a better and happier community.
As a Chartered Financial Analyst charter holder, I have worked in the finance industry for more than 15 years. The companies that I served are across different fields such as asset management, brokerage, advisory, media, and Cryptos. Before I came to Australia, I studied and worked in the United States. I hope I can bring diversity and new perspectives to the board while trying my best to make a difference.
JACQUI KNIGHT
COMPANY SECRETARY
With a rich tapestry of experience spanning over 15 years, Jacqui Knight is a seasoned Company Secretary, bringing her expertise to the forefront of Sanctuary Lakes Resort Services.
Hailing from the UK, Jacqui embarked on her Australian journey in 2007, planting her roots in Sydney. It was here that she laid the foundation for her own Corporate Secretarial and virtual support company, tailored to meet the unique needs of Not-for-Profit clients.
Drawing from her extensive tenure, notably at the Australian Institute of Company Directors, she will bring robust corporate governance support to Sanctuary Lakes Resort Services.
Sanctuary Lakes Resort was built around a Greg Norman designed 18-hole golf course and a 60 hectare lake. Facilities that are provided to residents include back-to-base security and 24/7 mobile security patrols, a recreation club with a gymnasium and swimming pool, tennis courts, and a resort maintenance team that attends to the presentation of gardens, the lake and community areas within the resort.
Sanctuary Lakes Resort is managed through two separate legal entities:
- Sanctuary Lakes Resort Services Limited (SLRS), which provides services to residents. Each Sanctuary Lakes Owners Corporation is a member of SLRS.
- Sanctuary Lakes Club Limited, which is responsible for the operations of the Golf Club. To find out more about the Sanctuary Lakes Club or the golf course, please visit www.sanctuarylakesclub.com.au.
If you are a resident and you are after more information including FAQ’s please download the Residents Mobile App.
Sanctuary Lakes Resident Mobile App
How to download the app.
- Download Kindred by Keyvision or scan the QR code on the bottom of the page.
- Under Projects, select Sanctuary Lakes.
- Under Stage, select the stage you belong to (e.g. Signature - Gated - STAGE 28) and then in the Address field, select your address from the list.
- Select your account type (Owner Landlord / Owner Occupier / Property Manager / Tenant).
- Complete the rest of the registration and submit.
- Once submitted, you will receive a verification (check your spam / junk).
- After verification, your account will be reviewed by management for approval.
- Once approved, you will receive an approval You can now access the full app.
SLRS is committed to environmental management, and protecting the local environment entrusted into its care for present and future generations to enjoy. As such, an Environmental Management System (EMS) was developed that complies with International Standard – ISO14001 Environmental Management Systems – Requirements and guidelines for use.
By operating under these guidelines and the EMS, SLRS is able to not only protect the environment but improve its environmental performance as the manager of Sanctuary Lakes Resort in a number of areas such as reduced energy and water consumption, the prevention and management of pollution risks, and the management of the lake which plays an important role in our local environment.
Recycled water is also now used to irrigate nature strips, street trees and public open spaces. This water is processed at the Altona Recycled Water Treatment Plant, using wastewater from households and businesses. The treatment centre has high standards for recycled water, and it undergoes an intensive filtration process before it is able to be used – and helps us reduce our overall drinking water community consumption (the drinking water we purchase and use as a community).
Although safe for use in irrigation, please note that recycled water is not suitable for drinking, bathing or showering in.
The Lake
The 60 hectare man-made lake was created over former salt evaporation ponds, and has been constructed (and continues to be managed) to serve as a storm water retarding basin.
The lake acts as a filtering system for all storm water runoff from a large percentage of lots and roads within Sanctuary Lakes Resort and water quality management facility for anything entering the downstream wetlands and Port Phillip Bay. To maintain the water level and salinity of the lake, make-up salt water is pumped in from the Skeleton Creek estuary.
As well as providing an aesthetically appealing environment to residents, the lake is also home to a healthy and diverse ecosystem. To keep the lake healthy, a Lake Management Plan was jointly developed by environmental consultants, Melbourne Water and other stakeholders. In addition to this, the lake is independently tested inspected and water tested regularly. The lake is maintained by the SLRS Resort Maintenance staff.
Fishing
The lake is home to a wide range of fish, including Black Brim, Mullet and Eels. Fishing is permitted from most walkways and bridges within Sanctuary Lakes Resort. All people fishing in the lake require a current Victorian Recreational Fishing licence unless they are under 18 or over 70 years of age, and all fish caught should conform with the requirements of holding a fishing licence. Fishing from privately owned lots and the canal is not permitted. Fishing lines must not be left unattended at any time.
Lake Maintenance
As the lake hosts a diverse ecosystem, the maintenance schedule operates in a way that allows staff to address the varying requirements of the lake which can change from day to day. Sea grass plays a vital role in the overall health of the lake.
SLRS Resort Maintenance staff use three vessels that assist them in harvesting sea grass as part of the Lake Management Plan. These vessels are:
- A paddle wheel harvester that cuts seagrass in the deeper and more open areas of the lake, named The M.V. Garry Sleeman
- Two truxors, amphibious vessels that operate in shallow areas and at the edges of the lake. The truxors are used to collect cut sea grass and floating debris.
- A barge which is a supporting vessel to the harvester and truxors that receives harvested sea grass and other materials and transports them to the tip via a garbage compactor.
Shared Responsibility
Residents can also help keep the lake healthy in the following ways:
- By not introducing contaminants into the lake
- By taking their rubbish home with them when visiting recreation areas within the resort if bins are full to prevent litter entering waterways or the lake itself
- By not raking up sea grass and storing it on the wall (for properties adjacent to the lake)
If you have concerns about the lake, or operational issues relating to the lake, then we ask residents to please contact your OC Committee or email OC Management at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with your concerns.