Barry Chandler
Barry Chandler has dedicated decades of service to the square dance community at club, state, and national levels. His leadership, commitment, and passion have left a lasting impact across Tasmania and Australia.
Club-Level Contributions
- Southern Eight’s Squares (1975–1990)
President, Secretary, Treasurer, and Committee Member - Roulette Rounds
Cuer and Teacher (1976–1990)
Auditor (1990–present) - Launceston Square Dance Club
Auditor (1995–present) - Tassie Hoedowners Square Dance Club
Member - State-Level Involvement
- Tasmanian Callers Association
Secretary/Treasurer (6 years)
Member (1980–1990) - Tasmanian Square Dance Society
President (1988–1993, 2000–present)
Secretary/Treasurer (1988–1993)
Treasurer (2000–present)
Public Officer (1991–1999, 2000–present)
Delegate (15 years) - Tasmanian State Square Dance Conventions
Treasurer – 1st, 4th, and 17th Conventions
Member – 10th and 14th Conventions
National Leadership
- Australian National Convention Advisory Board
Member (Since 1989)
Treasurer (to 1997) - Australian National Square Dance Society
President (1983–1985, Since 2000)
Vice President (1998–2000)
Delegate (Numerous occasions) - Australian National Square Dance Conventions
Member – 22nd Convention (1981)
Co-Convenor – 30th Convention (1989)
Convenor – 37th Convention (1996) - Dancer at 26 Australian National Square Dance Conventions