Maree, a physiotherapist with over three decades of experience in chronic oedema management, has worked in both the private and public sectors. Since 1994, she has been actively involved in delivering lymphoedema courses, workshops, seminars, and speaking engagements at national and international conferences. Her dedication to chronic oedema extends to close collaboration with numerous organizations, including the Australasian Lymphology Association and the International Lymphoedema Framework. Maree is deeply passionate about addressing chronic oedema among the elderly population including screening and early intervention initiatives for this demographic. This involves advocating for its inclusion in the aged care integrated assessment tool.