About us

Fixed returns.
Personal service.
Proven performance.

Established in 2005, Millbrook Group is a leading Asset Manager operating in Australia, providing investment opportunities to over 2,400 investors. Our primary focus is on investing in mortgages and credit secured on property, offering our investors a reliable avenue for generating attractive returns. At Millbrook Group, we are committed to protecting and growing our investors' wealth, guided by our unwavering dedication to excellence and integrity.

Core values

Going beyond to build relationships; fostering close ties with our clients.

Integrity

Treating every investor like a family member ensures we remain true to our focus on integrity and transparency.

Trust

Long-standing relationships with investors and borrowers alike, we have spent over 15 years building these relationships, combined with proven performance.

Teamwork

Our team has decades of local and international experience and by working together we deliver the best results.

Innovation

Consistently reviewing and introducing new technologies and upgrades where needed keeps our business innovative.

One of the secrets of success in business is in finding true partners to explore new opportunities; partners who share common ethical practice, seek similar opportunities and who share in the rewards. Millbrook has been all of that over our journey.

Mark Berry

Our team

Board of Directors

David Lyall

Managing Director

David Lyall

Managing Director

Founder and Managing Director of Millbrook Group, David Lyall is highly experienced and respected in the non-banking lending industry. With over 20 years experience in business, David oversees the day-to-day operations and management of the Millbrook Group of Companies which have been providing fixed income to its investors with a key focus on building long-term relationships, founded by a mutual trust.

David has owned and operated a number of businesses in home building, land subdivision, farming, insurance and finance. He holds a Bachelor of Law from the University of Canterbury in New Zealand and is a Responsible Officer for both the Millbrook Income Fund and the Millbrook Credit Fund.

P: 03 8663 1802
E: davidl@millbrookgroup.com.au

George Lyall

Head of Origination

George Lyall

Head of Origination

George has extensive experience in private debt funding, specialising in deal origination, structured credit and portfolio management. George joined Millbrook in 2020 where he has since been leading the deal origination for both Millbrook retail and wholesale funds. Prior to Millbrook he worked internationally for a leading UK short-term capital provider assessing and structuring their short-term bridging and asset back mortgages. Earlier in his career, George gained valuable commercial credit analyst skills working with one of Australia’s major mortgage fund managers.

George holds a Bachelor of Finance from the Swinburne University of Technology and a Diploma of Building and Construction from the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT), Melbourne.

Greg Fagan

Independent Non-Executive Director

Greg Fagan

Independent Non-Executive Director

Greg Fagan is a seasoned financial services executive and investment specialist, bringing over 30 years of experience advising high-net-worth individuals and families. As an Independent Non-Executive Director at Millbrook Group, Greg contributes strategic insight and governance expertise, drawing on a distinguished career in wealth management and financial planning.

Greg is the Co-founder, Chairman, and a major shareholder of FMD Financial—one of Australia’s leading professional advisory firms—where he has been instrumental in building the firm’s reputation for excellence in client service and investment strategy.

He holds a Bachelor of Economics, a Diploma of Applied Finance and Investment, and a Diploma of Financial Planning. Greg is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP), a member of the Financial Planning Association (FPA), CPA Australia, and a Fellow of FINSIA.

Active in the investment industry since 1992, Greg is widely recognised for his depth of expertise across strategic planning, investment management, and wealth accumulation. His extensive experience and independent perspective add significant value to Millbrook Group’s governance and strategic direction.

Michael Doble

Independent Non-Executive Director

Michael Doble

Independent Non-Executive Director

Michael has over 36 years’ property experience gained from an executive career spanning the likes of Knight Frank, ANZ Funds Management and APN Property Group Limited. At APN, Michael managed multi-billion-dollar investment portfolios including pure AREIT, hybrid (listed and unlisted) and Asian REIT funds. Having sat on multiple boards, he is currently Chairperson and Independent Non-Executive Director of Newmark Property REIT, and the Responsible Manager for property fund manager Bayley Stuart.

Qualifications include Bachelor of Business (RMIT); Diploma of Valuations (RMIT); Graduate Diploma of Applied Finance & Investment (Securities Institute); Member of the Australian Institute Company Directors.

Our people are a diverse and experienced team of experts.

Andrew Slattery

Head of Investments

Andrew Slattery

Head of Investments

Andrew Slattery has over 17 years of experience in the financial services sector with expertise in investment management, credit structuring, private banking and relationship management. He has held senior roles at leading firms NAB Private Wealth and ANZ Private. Andrew started his banking career at Citigroup in their Global Transactions business.

As Head of Investments, Andrew oversees Millbrook’s capital raising activities, fund strategy, portfolio management, distribution and investor relations.

Andrew holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting & Finance), Graduate Diploma of Banking & Finance, Diploma in Financial Planning and Chartered Banker status.

M: 0424 095 586
E: andrews@millbrookgroup.com.au

Peter Mill

Head of Distribution

Peter Mill

Head of Distribution

With over 25 years professional experience in distribution and strategic management roles at APN, AXA, ING and boutique Managers, Peter has a deep understanding of the Australian and APAC wealth management markets. He has developed extensive relationships with key market participants, including private wealth advisory groups, researchers, asset consultants, platforms, advisers and investors.

Peter leads the Millbrook Group’s distribution activities across both the retail and wholesale advice segments and manages Millbrook’s relationships with platform providers, research houses and asset consultants.

Peter holds an AGSM Master of Business Administration UNSW.

M: 0409 209 036
E: peterm@millbrookgroup.com.au

Opal Brooks

Head of Finance

Opal Brooks

Head of Finance

Opal has over 20 years’ experience in corporate accounting, financial services, big 4 consultancies, and FMCG industries. This includes working with KPMG, EY and Citibank.

Opal has overall responsibility for managing the finance function of Millbrook, taxation and regulatory compliance, operational risk management as well the Group’s statutory and secretarial functions.

She is a Fellow with the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (UK), holds an MBA and is a member of CPA Australia and has a Diploma in Financial Planning.

P: 03 8663 1807
E: opalb@millbrookgroup.com.au

Pareeya Pilakasiri

Head of Marketing

Pareeya Pilakasiri

Head of Marketing

With over 14 years of experience across finance and technology, Pareeya specialises in building and leading high-performing marketing teams. She brings hands-on expertise in developing strategic initiatives, managing campaign lifecycles, and delivering measurable business outcomes.

Pareeya is passionate about driving growth, enhancing brand presence, and optimising engagement across multi-channel platforms. Known for collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, she is committed to making impact and shaping high-growth organisations through innovative marketing strategies.

Colin Robinson

Head of Credit

Colin Robinson

Head of Credit

Colin Robinson has in excess of thirty years’ senior leadership experience in the Australian property finance sector, both from a major bank and mortgage fund background. He has been the National Head of a major Bank’s Commercial property lending division, and General Manager of a Mezzanine Mortgage Fund business in addition to direct property roles.

Colin is responsible for the credit team overseeing the Millbrook Group’s credit & risk management strategy including credit structuring and assessment

He holds a Bachelor of Economics, is a Fellow of Finsia; and is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

P: +61 437 977 720
E: colinr@millbrookgroup.com.au

George Lyall

Head of Origination

George Lyall

Head of Origination

George holds a Bachelor of Finance from the Swinburne University of Technology and a Diploma of Building and Construction from the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT), Melbourne.