With a strong track record of leadership in diverse and challenging healthcare settings, Simone has created environments for community-led services to flourish, including the Family and Child Hub and HomeBase in Mildura. Under her guidance, the evidence-based Canadian CP@Clinic model was pioneered in Victoria, successfully integrating it into the state’s healthcare system.

Simone is passionate about influencing health and community sector change that improves people’s lives. She leads a non-hierarchical culture where people are respected for their contributions while challenging frameworks that disempower vulnerable community members.

Simone is proud of NRCH’s position as a leader in addressing health inequities through innovative, community-focused solutions that provide targeted support to those with the greatest needs.

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Her background combines organisational development, strategic workforce planning, and building high-performance teams that thrive in complex environments.

Helen champions workplace cultures where diversity is celebrated and staff feel empowered to deliver their best. Her approach balances organisational goals with creating supportive environments where people can grow professionally.

At NRCH, Helen takes pride in strengthening the connection between organisational strategy and people development, ensuring the workforce reflects and understands the diverse community it serves.

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She leads North Richmond Community Health’s Alcohol and Other Drugs Program, including the Medically Supervised Injecting Room, with a focus on improving support for individuals who experience discrimination and stigma in accessing mainstream health services.

Belinda is passionate about improving access to healthcare for individuals who have experienced discrimination and stigma accessing mainstream health services. She believes all Victorians should participate in decision-making about their health without judgment.

Belinda is proud of NRCH’s commitment to addressing health inequities through collaborative, evidence-based approaches and community-led solutions.

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At NRCH Mel leads clinical services, drawing on her experience to shape accessible, high-quality healthcare that responds to community needs. She is committed to fostering collaboration, translating evidence into practice and creating environments where both staff and patients can thrive.

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Prior to her role as Community Engagement Manager at NRCH, Hannah led community development initiatives that strengthened social cohesion and participation at the City of Whittlesea, including a Community Leadership program. Her work has consistently demonstrated her ability to develop innovative, high-impact programs that address complex community needs.

Hannah is passionate about promoting equal access and addressing the social determinants of health and wellbeing. She approaches her work with a collaborative mindset, bringing together diverse stakeholders to co-design solutions that truly reflect community needs and aspiration.

At NRCH, Hannah applies her expertise in community engagement with strategic thinking to create meaningful connections between NRCH and the community it serves.

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His background includes coordinating arts-based programs for First Nations young people in the Northern Territory and leading youth action initiatives at government level, building expertise in community engagement and advocacy.

Zak excels at connecting diverse stakeholders and translating strategic priorities into actionable plans. He brings a unique perspective to NRCH through his firsthand experience with community-led approaches to social change.

Working closely with the executive team, Zak takes satisfaction in supporting NRCH’s efforts to address critical health inequities and create meaningful pathways to better health outcomes for the North Richmond community.

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Formative experiences in Monash Health’s High-Risk Pregnancy Unit and various strategic advisory roles have shaped his understanding of how quality systems directly impact patient outcomes and organisational success.

Phil combines analytical precision with empathetic leadership to develop frameworks that elevate service quality while managing risk effectively. His approach emphasises engagement with staff, clients, and communities as essential to meaningful healthcare improvement.

At NRCH, he finds purpose in creating systems that ensure both compliance and continuous improvement, contributing to better health access and outcomes for vulnerable populations in the North Richmond community.

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Technology directly supports the services NRCH offers the wider community including accessible GP care, dental services, mental health support, NDIS programs and community wellbeing initiatives. Combining Mark’s technical knowledge and leadership experience with meaningful work that strengthens one of Melbourne’s most inclusive community health centres is something he finds incredibly rewarding.

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He has spent more than 11 years managing complex, multi-site portfolios across housing, retail and government sectors and has a track record of driving efficiencies with an eye to systems and process improvement. At NRCH Frederick oversees everything from capital works and maintenance to contract management and procurement strategy, making sure we can continue to run safely, smoothly and sustainably.

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