Mrs Doyle, a mother of two, was working with a wine business in Australia before moving to Wanganui for the chief executive position. The trust manages the New Zealand Masters Games, as well as the Mountain to Sea event and Cooks Gardens.
Mrs Doyle began work here in August and is now a New Zealand citizen.
"Australia was very good to us but it never quite felt like home - this was home."
During her career, Mrs Doyle has owned businesses, been a travel writer, and worked as the executive officer of the Saskatchewan Special Olympics.
In 1999, she and her husband sold their house and belongings and began their travels.
"Hit the road for a year and it ended up being seven."
Having chosen Wanganui to be her new home, Mrs Doyle said she was "probably as outraged as anyone" at the Sunday TV programme's segment on Wanganui, depicting it as a 'zombie town'.
"I could have chosen to live anywhere and I chose Wanganui because it has so much to offer.
"I think Wanganui people underestimate what they have on their own doorstep. We take for granted what's familiar around us."
Mrs Doyle described her new role as "challenging" and said she came into the position late so didn't anticipate making any major changes for next February's Masters Games.
"I would have liked to have been in this role about six months ago, I'm having to hit the ground running."
Long term, she hopes to increase use of Wanganui's facilities, and wants to get residents more involved in the games.
"I'm really challenging locals to find something in all the offerings. People have the perception the Masters Games is for old people. There are 32 events you can participate in - and you don't have to be a prime athlete to enjoy yourself."