Kent joined Your Community Health in May 2021.

Kent brings over 15 years’ of senior leadership experience within the community health, mental health, alcohol and drug, HIV and LGBTI health sectors. Previously he was Deputy CEO at StarHealth.

His strategic leadership experience is underpinned by a clinical career as an occupational therapist in the mental health sector. Kent also has a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy and a Masters of Public Health in Health Service Management.

He is delighted to lead the Your Community Health team and continue to contribute towards a locally-driven model of community health and wellbeing services.

Di joined Your Community Health in early 2018. She is an experienced accountant, financial manager and company secretary, with leadership experience in governance, strategy development, risk management and compliance, business development and IT.

Prior to joining Your Community Health, Di was Director Corporate and Regulatory Services and Company Secretary for auDA. Her career spanned the acute health and mental health service sector, with general management, strategic development, finance and accounting roles at Ostara Australia and The Royal Children’s Hospital.

Di has a Master in Professional Accounting (RMIT) and is a member of CPA Australia and a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

Liz has over 20 years’ experience in leadership, coordinator and clinical roles, predominately in the community health sector.

She is committed to social justice, inclusion and reducing the disparities in health that exist between different groups in the community.

Liz’s professional background as a speech pathologist includes experience in acute, early intervention and community health in rural and metropolitan area settings. In addition to clinical roles, Liz has worked in various management positions supporting a range of programs and projects including social support, men’s shed, allied health, quality, Aboriginal health and health promotion.

In her current role she oversees a diverse range of programs including allied health, Aboriginal health, needle syringe and steroid education programs, social support and community programs.

Liz has a Bachelor’s degree in Speech Pathology and a PRINCE2 Foundation Project Management Certificate.

Cate joined Your Community Health in September 2021 as Director, COVID Response.

Cate began her career in nursing and has since held roles in the hospital, Indigenous health, women’s health, worker’s compensation, private health insurance, medico-legal, community health and primary care sectors. Cate brings extensive experience in clinical leadership, clinical quality, safety and governance, stakeholder engagement and change management.

Cate is a former Board Director of Your Community Health and has been appointed to Victorian public health boards, including a current ministerial appointment to the Advisory Council of the Victorian Health Complaints Commissioner.

In her current role, Cate oversees our General Practice, Medical Specialist Clinics, Oral Health Services and our consortium partnership with the North Richmond Medically Supervised Injecting Room.

Cate is an AHPRA registered nurse with post graduate qualifications in Midwifery, health consumer and community engagement, a Masters in Healthcare Leadership and is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

Vanessa identifies with She/Her pronouns and joined Your Community Health in November 2021 

Vanessa has over 20 years’ experience working within community, not for profit and corporate environments. 

Vanessa is passionate about social justice and healthcare models that place inclusion and self-determined care at the core of their organisational values.  

Prior to joining Your Community Health, Vanessa worked in senior leadership roles within Australia and across the Indo-Pacific region in Community Health, International Development and International Aid sectors. Vanessa has obtained Post Graduate Qualifications in International Development (University of Melbourne) and Human Resource Management (Swinburne University).

The remit of the Capability and Impact Directorate covers People and Culture, Quality, Communications and Marketing, Inclusion and Community Engagement. 

Vanessa is thrilled to be part of the Your Community Health team and contribute to the rainbow and cultural center of the north.

Tony brings a strong knowledge of the health system and good governance experience to Your Community Health’s Board, and a strong commitment to create a more equitable, integrated health system that offers real person-centred care. 

He has over forty years’ experience of working in and consulting to diverse corners of the health and community sectors.  Tony is also a Board Director of the Victorian Healthcare Association, and the spokesperson for the Victorian Oral Health Alliance. Tony is also a ministerial appointment to the Advisory Council of the Health Complaints Commissioner. 

He is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. 

Director since 2018. 

As a researcher at the University of Melbourne, Alison is exploring how organisations and Boards can improve healthcare and community service delivery.  

Alison is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and holds a Masters of Public Health, Bachelor of Science, and a Bachelor of Applied Science (Physiotherapy). 

Having long worked in community health, she has seen the important differences dedicated community health workers can make. She uses her skills in healthcare, evaluation and governance to contribute to YourCH’s reputation as a great place to receive care and work. 

Alison has lived in Darebin for close to twenty years where she has been an active part of the community through childcare, school and community activities. 

Director since 2016. 

Lis is a local resident and is passionate about supporting services that are local, community based and respond to the needs of the local community. 

Lis has worked in Women’s Health, with the Tasmanian Council of Social Services (part of national network led by the Australian Council of Social Service – ACOSS), with International Social Service (Australian Branch) and the Australian Red Cross. Lis is currently working with Community Owned Primary Health Enterprises (COPHE) and part of her role is exploring innovative models of primary health care delivery and funding. 

Lis holds a Bachelor of Social Work (University of Tasmania) and a Master of International Politics (University of Melbourne). 

Director since 2021.

Aram Hosie is a highly experienced public affairs professional whose career has been dedicated to campaigning and influencing for a more equitable world.  

His experience over the last 15 years spans executive roles in health as well as human rights law and policy, with organisations including the Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission, cohealth and ReachOut.com.  

A human rights advocate in his own right, Aram has also played a key role in delivering reforms to protect the rights of LGBTIQ people both in Australia and globally.  

Currently the Group Executive Director of Strategy & Public Affairs at Save the Children Australia, Aram holds a Bachelor of Science (Occupational Therapy) and a Master of Politics and Policy.

Alistair is a communications, marketing, and engagement specialist. He brings expertise in strategic communications and the public sector, having previously held senior roles at the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority, Department of Premier and Cabinet, Department of Health and Community Services, Department of Justice, Department of State Development Business and Innovation and Department of Primary Industries. He has also managed the Alcohol and Drug Foundation’s information service. 

Alistair holds a Bachelor of Economics (Monash University) and a Graduate Diploma in Marketing (RMIT). He is a graduate of the AICD Company Directors Course and a Fellow of the Public Relations Institute of Australia.

Director since 2017. 

Alan is a proud Darebin resident and passionate about supporting the valuable local services Your Community Health delivers.

He brings more than 15 years of banking and investment advisory experience to the Board. A Director at JBWere, Alan is also a Certified Financial Planner and Registered Tax Practitioner. In his role, he supports families, private foundations and not-for-profit organisations in managing their financial affairs.

Alan is looking forward to working with Your Community Health to support its growth in a rapidly changing healthcare landscape.

Director since 2021. 

Kerry brings over 30 years’ senior leadership experience in local government, state government and community health. She has had responsibly for the management of a diverse range of community services involving large, multi-disciplinary teams, social policy, infrastructure development, and community engagement. Kerry works as a consultant, facilitator and coach, focusing on the local government sector and leadership development.  

She is an experienced Board Director and Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. Kerry was included in the Top 50 Public Sector Women List (Victoria) 2018. 

Kerry has been a Darebin resident for over 30 years, and is passionate about the provision of quality community-based services and programs, which support community wellbeing and social justice outcomes. 

Director since 2018. 

Tony is a qualified and practicing Pharmacist, his qualifications and memberships include an MBA, Graduate of Australian Institute of Company Directors, Fellow of American Society of Consultant Pharmacists and Australian Institute of Pharmacy.

Tony brings experience in clinical leadership and governance, with board level experience across the public, commercial and not for profit sectors. As a local resident, Tony is very aware of the challenges faced by community health organisations particularly those in the Northern Suburbs.

Tony holds a Bachelor of Pharmacy and a Master of Business Administration.

Director since 2021. 

Blair brings over 25 years of experience in local government, primarily in community services and youth work. Before joining the Your Community Health Board, he was an active member of the Kaydo Kertheba (Walk Together) Advisory Group and contributed to the organisation’s Reconciliation Action Plan.

Blair is a proud Palawa man passionate about social justice, promoting reconciliation and Aboriginal affairs, and supporting health and wellbeing in children and young people. His dedication to fostering inclusive and supportive health environments continues to drive his efforts in making a positive impact on the community.

He is a Councillor in the City of Whittlesea and a member of the Northern Hospital Aboriginal Advisory Committee. Blair holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Youth Affairs, a Graduate Diploma of Education and a Certificate in Clinical Supervision.

Director since 2024.

Inara is a seasoned healthcare professional who excels at understanding people, and collaborates to improve their lives and communities. Her clinical qualifications as a Registered Nurse provided a strong foundation for her consultancy career, where she has led teams in strategy, innovation, and transformation. Inara has significant experience across the healthcare sector, bringing an ability to cut through complex systems to focus on human needs and purposes. Whether guiding leaders or frontline workers, she is always advocating for individuals with empathy and resilience.

Inara is currently employed with a leading national health and aged care provider and leading the development of a new approach to Clinical Governance. She holds a Master of Business Administration, Associate Fellowship with the Australasian College of Health Services Management and membership with the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

A Director since 2024.