Board & Team

Trish is an experienced executive and leader within Community Services and Education sectors, for more than 30 years Trish has worked predominantly across the Goulburn Valley in both Government and Not For Profit roles. Trish holds a Bachelor of Behavioural Sciences and Graduate Diploma of Project Management.

Trish has sat on a number of local voluntary Boards and her interest in working and volunteering with Boards was strengthened through completing the Fairly Leadership program in 2014.

Trish and her family moved from Shepparton to Marungi, bringing her back into the Moira Shire having previously grown up in Yarrawonga and lived for a number of years in Yarroweyah. Trish was involved in junior football and soccer as a team manager when her children were young and is now getting more involved in indulging other interests such as reading, renovations, gardening and grandparenting as her time frees up and the family gets older.

Kade, a Financial Adviser since 2015, previously worked as a Portfolio Management and Investment Analyst from 1999 to 2014. He holds various qualifications in financial planning, computing, and mutual fund services.

Since 2017, Kade has been a Board Director at Cobram District Health & NCN Health. He chairs the Corporate Governance Finance Sub-Committee and serves on the Community Advisory and Audit & Risk Sub-Committees.

Living in Cobram, Kade is active in his community. His hobbies include golf, football, cricket, fishing, travel, and science-fiction movies.

Mewan joined NCN Health Board as a non-executive Director in July 2019. Prior to that he served as a non-executive Director at Nathalia District Hospital. Mewan has over 25 years of experience working with banks, financial institutions, public sector entities, insurance companies, community/not-for-profit organizations, disability services and health services in Australia & overseas. His expertise includes payroll, financial/management accounting and reporting, internal and external auditing, corporate governance, information technology, asset management, compliance and risk management.

He currently serves as the Executive Director of Finance & Corporate Services at Benalla Health. Mewan’s qualifications include a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Southern Queensland and a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from University of Colombo. Furthermore, he is a Chartered Accountant (CAANZ) and a Certified Practicing Accountant (CPA Australia). Additionally, he is a Fellow Member of Chartered Institute of Management Accountants – UK (FCMA), Certificated Global Management Accountant (CGMA) and a Fellow Member of Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (FCA). Mewan is a graduate of Australian Institute of Company Directors.

Sally holds a Bachelor of Arts, Graduate Certificate in Career Development and Diploma in Community Business Management. With a substantial background in Human Resources in the commercial and education sectors. Sally also spent 15 years with Cobram Community House in a range of positions culminating in the role of Executive Officer. Currently she works in the not for profit sector facilitating cross-sectoral partnerships for innovative practice. Sally has been a member of the management committee of the GMLLEN, Southern Riverina Arts Council and been Secretary of the local pre-school and school P &C as well as Netball Club.

Sally is the Team Leader Corporate Performance at AlburyCity.  Previously from Albury Wodonga Health, she held positions as Executive Director of Nursing and Director of Pandemic Response for the Health Service. Previously Sally has been Director Professional Development, Clinical Education and Research and from 2009 – 2016 was Lecturer in Nursing at Latrobe University. Sally has a Masters of Nursing Science from Latrobe University.

Tavia is the Deputy Director, Improvement & Innovation at Bayside Health and holds a Master of Health Management. Tavia has extensive experience in healthcare improvement, quality, safety, and risk management, with previous roles at Austin Health, the UK National Health Service (NHS), Toronto’s University Health Network, and the University of California Medical Center.

As a Director of NCN Health, Tavia brings expertise in governance, strategic planning, quality and safety, and organisational improvement. With strong family ties to the Cobram region, Tavia is committed to supporting high-quality, accessible healthcare services for rural and regional communities.

Michael has a strong commitment to rural and regional healthcare, and is focused on continuing to grow health access and outcomes for residents in communities like Numurkah, Cobram and Nathalia. As the founder of VYTLS, Michael has led the development of digital health solutions, including IoT-enabled patient monitoring systems designed to improve access and outcomes in rural settings. His career spans healthcare, law and workforce strategy, particularly through his work with ‘The Placing Company’ to address regional workforce shortages. Michael offers expertise in healthcare governance, legal advisory and operational innovation, supported by his experience advising health organisations on regulatory compliance and workforce management. Recognised as a G20/B20 Changemaker and recipient of the Healthcare Leadership Award 2020, Michael was named among the “100 Most Impactful Healthcare Leaders in India”. As a commercial lawyer and strategic advisor, Michael brings a practical, results-driven approach to supporting regional health services, and is excited for the opportunity to serve on the Board of NCN Health.

Chris is currently the Director of HR Shared Services at Austin Health, a position he has held for 7 years. With over 45 years experience in People & Culture, he has a broad exposure to all aspects of this profession and has worked in Head of Human Resources, General Manager and Director roles within the private and public sectors, including working at SPC Ardmona in the Goulburn Valley. He has run his own consulting company and worked in major consulting companies in the areas of change management, recruitment and career counselling. Chris has served on Boards and Board sub-committees and has always held a keen interest in playing sport and sports administration. This has led to Board and sub-committee roles with Richmond FC, AFL Masters Victoria, The National Golf Club and local football clubs.  Chris has a Bachelor of Ats (Psychology & Writing), Diploma of Human Resources, Diploma of Health Science (Hypnotherapy), Diploma of Finance, Certificate IV in Occupational Health & Safety. He is a qualified Mediator, coach and trained investigator.

RN, RM, Acute Care Nsg – Emergency Major, GdipNsg, EcertMgt, GdipMgt, MMgt, McomMgt, PhD.

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is responsible to the Board of Directors for the effective operation of the Health Service, ensuring the integration of services and provision of health care to the community. Key responsibilities include the development and implementation of operational and strategic planning, maximizing service efficiency, quality and safety improvement and leadership.

MBA, PGCertBus, MHRM (Org Dev) (cand.), PRINCE2 Practitioner, DIP T&A, Cert IV TAE.

The Director People, Safety & Engagement role is responsible for all human resources management and reporting requirements including employment and industrial relations, recruitment, planning and performance, assists with strategic management, operational budgeting, training and provides managers with generalist HR advice and support. This role oversees the Occupational Health and Safety, Payroll, Volunteers and Communications.

RN, Grad Dip Critical Care, Grad Dip Business Man.

The Director Operations is responsible for many of the non- clinical areas of NCN Health including ICT, catering, environmental services, maintenance, supply, asset management and the delivery of key infrastructure projects. This role also oversees contracts and compliance with Health Share Victoria requirements.

MBBS, MHM, MPH, FACHSM, GAICD.

The Director Medical Services (DMS) provides leadership and clinical advice to the health service, contributes to quality and safety meetings and supports Visiting Medical Officers. The DMS oversees Medical Credentialing and Medical staff meetings, reviews clinical policies and provides advice to Executive and staff.

RN, Grad Cert Nursing (Renal).

The Director Clinical Services is responsible for Acute and Aged Care. The role encompasses clinical governance, clinical leadership and standards of practice, service and strategic planning, clinical risk management, quality improvement and resource management.

RN, Grad Cert in Critical Care.

The Director Clinical Services is responsible for Acute, Aged Care, Theatre and clinical areas such as Infection Control and Education. The role encompasses clinical governance, clinical leadership and standards of practice, service and strategic planning, clinical risk management, quality improvement and resource management.

RN, RIPRN.

The Director Clinical Services is responsible for the management of all clinical services across the Nathalia Campus. The role encompasses clinical governance, clinical leadership and standards of practice, service and strategic planning, clinical risk management, quality improvement and resource management.

RN, Cert IV TAE, Ba Nursing Practice.

The Deputy Director of Nursing provides overall support to the clinical operations of NCN Health and supports the Directors of Clinical Services in the day to day management of all clinical areas.  The role manages specific functions and works in conjunction with all Nurse Unit Managers to implement quality and safety requirements.  The position also relieves Directors of Clinical Services.

BappSc (MedRadTech), MappSc (MedRadTech).

The Director Quality, Risk and Performance is responsible for the organisation’s quality and risk management systems. Key responsibilities include oversight of clinical audit, clinical review and accreditation of acute, aged care, radiography and community health services. This role actively pursues opportunities for service development, innovation, research and evaluation.

B Occ Ther, Grad Cert Health Services Mgt.

The Director Primary & Community Services is responsible for a comprehensive range of community-based programs including community nursing, palliative care, community rehabilitation and allied health, chronic disease, mental health, and management of Cobram and Nathalia Medical Clinics. Key responsibilities include clinical leadership and standards of practice in Allied Health, quality improvement, strategic planning and service development to meet local community health and wellbeing needs.

Diploma of Accounting, Cert IV in Business Administration.

The Executive Manager Finance is responsible for Financial Management and oversight of NCN Health financial position and working within budgetary guidelines. This role overseas the NCN Health Finance Team and also oversees compliance for external auditing bodies and aged care financial management including the prudential requirements under the Aged Care Act.

Diploma of Bus Man & Administration, Cert IV in Governance & Risk Mgt

The Executive Services & Administration Manager is responsible for leading executive support functions across NCN Health, including governance services for the Board of Directors and Board Subcommittees, Freedom of Information, and statutory compliance reporting.  The role also provides leadership and oversight of the organisation’s Administration Team and contributes to service development and delivery to support the achievement of organisational Strategic objectives.