A Ngiyampaa / Wiradjuri man, Ross Hampton was born in Lake Cargelligo, grew up in West Wyalong, now lives in Irymple and is a member of Dareton LALC.

He was formerly the Executive Director of Operations and Family Services at Mallee District Aboriginal Services and NSWALC’s Far West Zone Director.

Prior to joining NSWALC, Ross worked for Aboriginal Hostels Limited for 21 years, was an Executive Director with Aboriginal Affairs NSW, a Director of the Aboriginal Housing Office and the Chief Executive Officer of the Murdi Paaki Regional Housing Corporation.