Maggie Pressnell

General Manager , Customers and Communities

Maggie brings over 15 years of senior and executive leadership experience in the housing and homelessness sectors, with a diverse background spanning both NSW Government and not-for-profit organisations. Her dedication to program improvement and a strong focus on enhancing client and community outcomes have significantly influenced various initiatives and policies related to housing, homelessness, and the welfare of children, youth, and families.

In her previous roles at the Land and Housing Corporation and Family and Community Services, Maggie has successfully led efforts in social housing strategy, tenant engagement and community development, and design of impactful programs. Maggie also led the NSW Specialist Homelessness Services program and initiatives that streamline people’s access to homelessness services.

Maggie holds a Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences and is passionate about driving meaningful change in the community.

News & Stories

Belonging, community and the power of being “All In”

A tenant’s reflections of homelessness and connection For Katrina, a First Nations woman living on Gumbaynggirr Country (Coffs Harbour), Reconciliation Week is not an abstract idea – it lives in the everyday connections that have helped her rebuild her life. Growing up in the region from the age of eight, she has formed a deep […]

June 1, 2026

Rebuilding after homelessness

What does support look like after securing a home at Women’s Housing Company? For many women, the journey to safe and secure housing has been shaped by years of abuse, instability and uncertainty. These experiences can deeply impact a woman’s confidence, sense of self and belief in what is possible for her future. A safe […]

May 26, 2026

Media release

A Safe Home Changes Everything: Women’s Housing Company launches fundraising campaign to support women in crisis SYDNEY, NSW, 19 May 2026 – The Women’s Housing Company has launched a new fundraising campaign, A Safe Home Changes Everything, calling on the community to support women and children experiencing homelessness, domestic and family violence and financial crisis. Developed […]

May 19, 2026
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY
The Women’s Housing Company acknowledges the Gadigal people of the Eora nation as the traditional custodians of the land on which we operate, and pays respect to Elders both past and present.

Maggie Pressnell