Local Knowledge, Lasting Impact: Meet Sally and Chris

At Community Bank Home Hill & Ayr, banking is built on something deeper than numbers – it’s about people, trust, and being part of life’s biggest and smallest moments. For Personal Bankers Sally and Chris, their roles are not just about financial services, but about helping locals move forward with confidence.

Born and raised in Home Hill, Sally has a deep connection to the Burdekin community she proudly serves. Now in her sixth year with the bank, she brings both professional experience and genuine local understanding to every customer interaction.

For Sally, the most rewarding part of her role is being part of people’s milestones. “Whether it’s buying their first car, renovating their home, or planning a dream holiday, it’s a privilege to be part of their journey,” she says. It’s this sense of shared excitement and achievement that makes her role more than just a job.

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Outside of work, Sally enjoys spending time with her husband Kent and their two children, Riley and Indiana, often escaping to their family holiday home at Cape Upstart. It’s a balance that reflects her strong focus on family and community – values she also sees reflected across the Burdekin.  

“There’s a real sense of unity here. People genuinely support each other, especially in times of need.”

Alongside Sally is Chris, who brings two decades of experience to her role as a Personal Banker, having started with the Community Bank in 2005.  

Born & raised in the Burdekin returning to the area 25 years ago, Chris has built lasting relationships with customers over the years, many of whom she has supported through different stages of their financial lives.

Chris shares a similar passion for helping customers achieve their goals.

“It could be a personal loan for a new car or simply reviewing their banking to better suit their needs – it’s about making sure they’re in the best position possible,” she explains.

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Outside the branch, Chris enjoys creative pursuits including painting, puzzles, and her involvement with the Home Hill Choral Society – another example of the strong community spirit that defines the region.

For both Sally and Chris, the Burdekin’s greatest strength lies in its people. From everyday support to coming together during natural disasters, it’s a community built on resilience, connection and care.

At Community Bank Home Hill & Ayr, it’s this local understanding – combined with genuine care – that continues to make a difference in the lives of customers every day.

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