Jo Fisher Executive would like to publicly congratulate some of the successful candidates that we have recently placed.

Carolyn Francis is the new Director, Media and Communications at SA Health.

SA Health is the brand name for the portfolio of health services and agencies responsible to the Minister for Health and Ageing and the Minister for Mental Health and Substance Abuse in South Australia. The portfolio consists of the Department of Health, Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Northern Adelaide Local Health Network, Southern Adelaide Local Health Network, Women's and Children's Health Network, Country Health SA Local Health Network and SA Ambulance Service. SA Health provides many important services to the South Australian community including public hospitals and delivery of health services to both metropolitan and regional areas. The group liaises closely with other agencies in government and also engages with some non-government and community service providers on a formal, direct basis and more broadly, on policy and planning matters.

Carolyn Francis is the new Director, Media and Communications at SA Health. Carolyn was previously the Director, Strategic Marketing and Communications at the Department of Trade and Economic Development in South Australia, where she was responsible for leading the development, execution and evaluation of strategic marketing, communications and media strategies supporting the department's strategic objectives and targets. Prior to joining the Department, Carolyn was employed by the South Australian Motor Sport Board as Marketing Manager of the Clipsal 500 Adelaide for eight years. Preceding this she spent four years at the Port Adelaide Power Football Club, heading up corporate and customer service and sponsorship. As a proven media and communications professional with experience leading sophisticated and dynamic marketing and communications operations, Carolyn will lead SA Health's media and communications department with energy and vision, and contribute to achieving strategic outcomes for the whole health portfolio.

Exciting new appointments at Edith Cowan University!

Edith Cowan University (ECU) is a large multi-campus university serving communities in Western Australia as well as international students from some 90 countries. Innovative and practical courses across a wide range of disciplines are a feature of the University, together with emerging excellence in research of high impact. A range of research partners and researchers - many working at the cutting edge of their fields - are attracted to ECU. The university has around 19,000 undergraduate students, 6,000 postgraduate students, and more than 400 courses.

Professor Lynne Cohen is the new Pro Vice-Chancellor / Executive Dean, Faculty of Education and Arts.

Professor Lynne Cohen is the new Pro Vice-Chancellor / Executive Dean, Faculty of Education and Arts. Professor Cohen has been with ECU for 17 years, most recently as the Associate Dean, Teaching and Learning for the Faculty of Computing, Health and Science and Professor in the School of Psychology. Lynne began her tertiary education in South Africa where she completed a degree in Science and a diploma in Higher Education before teaching secondary school for five years and, ultimately, heading up the Biology and Mathematics departments. She returned to study at ECU in the 1990s, completing a Masters degree and PhD in Psychology before becoming a teacher at the University. An extremely experienced research academic, Professor Cohen will provide strong leadership to the Faculty of Education and Arts as it strives for international recognition and standing in its teaching, research and community engagement.

Elizabeth Wilson is the new Chief Information Officer.

Elizabeth Wilson is the new Chief Information Officer. Previously the Director, Information Management and Technology at VicRoads, since 1996 Elizabeth has also held the positions of Business Systems Manger at Servo Asia Pacific, Director at iBis Project Resources, Program Manager at BlueScope Steel, Project Management Office Manager at Yarra City Council and, until July this year, Project Director at VicRoads. As an experienced IT executive whose career has spanned a number of sectors and organisations, Elizabeth will ensure ECU's information technology and telecommunications infrastructure continually advances the teaching, learning, research and administrative functions of the University.

Andrew Stuart-Murray is the new Manager Financial Services at CoINVEST.

CoINVEST is a public company that administers the Portable Long Service Leave Scheme for the construction industry in Victoria. With a solid reputation for the responsible manner in which it has managed the scheme, CoINVEST has paid out more than $560 million in long service leave claims since its establishment in 1976. Since the passing of the Construction Industry Long Service Leave Act in 1997, all employers, workers, subcontractors and apprentices in the construction industry are required to be registered with CoINVEST. It currently services more than 161,800 active workers and apprentices, 15,100 employers and 22,700 subcontractors, and has assets of around $491.4 million.

Andrew Stuart-Murray is the new Manager Financial Services at CoINVEST. Andrew was previously the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for the Gold Coast Institute of TAFE, where he had direct responsibility for finance, IT, legal, property, facilities, risk and compliance. Prior to this Andrew was CFO, Company Secretary and Director of Consulting in Victoria/Tasmania for the Australian Institute of Management. Over the course of his career, Andrew has also worked for organisations like WorkCover Victoria, Austrim, Kinnear, Century Yuasa Batteries and BTR Nylex. As a strong CFO and a highly experienced, motivating leader with a strong background across a wide range of industries, Andrew will play an educative role in managing the total financial and accounting function at CoINVEST, and take a leading position in strategic planning for the organisation.

Helen Voogt-Dillon is the new Director of Human Resources at Melbourne Grammar School.

Founded in 1858, Melbourne Grammar School (MGS) prides itself on encouraging excellence through learning and leadership. MGS has a co-educational primary school in Caulfield (Prep to year 6). Its middle school (years 7 and 8) and senior school (years 9 to 12) for boys - together with its boarding facilities - are located in South Yarra. The School has more than 1,800 students and employs some 350 people, of whom 210 are teaching staff. It provides students with a richly rewarding, holistic educational experience.

Helen Voogt-Dillon is the new Director of Human Resources at Melbourne Grammar School. For the past ten years, Helen has been the Human Resources and Marketing Manager at Beaconhills College, which comprises 3,000 students and 400 staff. A member of the senior management team, Helen managed all aspects of the HR function and drove the College's marketing, brand development and communications. Before that, Helen was a training and development professional at Deakin University, and the Marketing Officer at Girton Grammar School. Helen is a highly skilled, passionate HR professional with a commercial and nurturing approach. She has the experience necessary to lead the HR function at Melbourne Grammar School and establish the organisation's overarching HR strategy, systems, procedures and policies.

Exciting new appointments at the Australian Red Cross Blood Service!

The Australian Red Cross Blood Service is a national organisation with revenue of approximately $500m, 3,200 staff and 2,000 volunteers working in more than 100 static and mobile sites around Australia. Every year, the Service collects approximately 1 million donations and provides more than 3 million units of blood and blood products. It provides a wide range of reference testing and tissue related services as well as transfusion medicine and research and development expertise. It also supports a network of services relating to bone marrow, solid organ, cord blood and other medical transplantation technologies, in collaboration with other state and federal organisations.

Paul Fletcher is the new Manufacturing Manager, New South Wales.

Paul Fletcher is the new Manufacturing Manager, New South Wales. Paul was previously the Production Manager for iNova Pharmaceuticals, formerly 3M, where he led a team of 75 people and was responsible for all manufacturing and operational issues at iNova's production facility. Before joining iNova, he was a Senior Consultant with SeerPharma for 3 years, where he provided manufacturing and management advice to pharmaceutical manufacturers in Australia and New Zealand. Prior to that, he held a number of senior operational roles in pharmaceutical manufacturing over a career spanning more than 15 years, including Operations Manager at API Manufacturing (Soul Pattinson), Validation Engineer and Plant Manager at Schering-Plough Pharmaceuticals, and Production Manager at AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals. As a highly experienced manufacturing leader with in-depth knowledge of pharmaceutical production and control, Paul is well placed to lead the delivery of excellence in manufacturing processes and product supply for the Australian Red Cross Blood Service in New South Wales.

Shane Winzar is the new Manufacturing Manager, Victoria/Tasmania.

Shane Winzar is the new Manufacturing Manager, Victoria/Tasmania. Shane was previously acting in this position, alongside his substantive role as Production Services Manager where he was responsible for all aspects of processing, logistics and inventory management across Victoria and Tasmania. Before that, he was the Project Manager Bacterial Contamination, where he developed the business case for government funding, acted as the subject matter expert for process design and managed all aspects of project delivery. Shane has held a number of other roles since joining the Blood Service in 1996, including Manager, Process Control Laboratory; Senior Scientist, Process Control; Scientist, Infectious Disease Screening; and Senior Scientist, Processing. With the experience he has already gained in the position - and his passion for the Blood Service - Shane is ideally positioned to lead its manufacturing and product supply teams in Victoria and Tasmania.

Felicity Williams is the new Executive Director, Information Management & Communications at Bendigo TAFE.

Bendigo TAFE delivers vocational training, education and assessment services to more than 12,000 students every year. It gives graduates a practical, vocationally-oriented qualification that helps them get into the workforce and meet their career aspirations. Students can choose from more 250 state accredited, nationally approved courses, and business, industry and community groups can develop assessment and training programs that are tailored to meet their needs. The institution has more 700 teaching and support staff across nine campuses - three in Bendigo, one each in Castlemaine, Echuca, Kyneton, and Corrections Education Centres at Loddon Prison, Tarrengower Prison and the Malmsbury Youth Justice Centre.

Felicity Williams is the new Executive Director, Information Management & Communications at Bendigo TAFE. Previously, Felicity was Marketing Manager at Wodonga TAFE for nearly four years, where her responsibilities included developing the corporate marketing strategy and providing the organisation with professional strategic marketing advice and guidance. Prior to that, Felicity founded Business Plan Workshop, which provided specialised advice to business owners developing business and marketing plans. The company was eventually chosen by the Victorian Department of Innovation, Industry and Regional Development to be its preferred one-on-one provider to small businesses in north east Victoria. From 1994 to 2002 Felicity was the Manager of Marketing, Promotion and Administration for RW Grain and Transport. Her early career was in the book trade - first as an editor and marketing assistant with Penguin Books, and then as Public Relations Manager at the Australian Scholarships Group. As a highly experienced and successful marketing and communications professional, Felicity is a welcome addition to the Bendigo TAFE executive team and will be pivotal to the successful marketing of the organisation's brand, values and activities.

Maxine Morand is the new Chief Executive Officer at Breast Cancer Network Australia.

Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) works to ensure that women diagnosed with breast cancer, and their families, receive the very best information, treatment, care and support possible, no matter whom they are or where they live. BCNA is the peak national organisation for Australians affected by breast cancer, and consists of a network of more than 55,000 individual members and 284 Member Groups.

Maxine Morand is the new Chief Executive Officer at BCNA. Prior to her most recent post as Victorian State Minister for Children and Early Childhood Development and Minister for Women's Affairs and earlier political roles, Maxine Morand's career was in clinical, analytical and research scientist roles in the health sector in Victoria, and for many years in the Centre for Behavioural Research in Cancer. As the new CEO, Maxine will undoubtedly build on BCNA's achievements and to continue the organisation's focus on providing quality information, advocacy and support for those personally affected by breast cancer.

Leigh Harry is the new Chief Executive Officer at Tourism Victoria.

Tourism Victoria is a Statutory Authority within the Victorian Department of Business and Innovation. The Authority is responsible for improving tourism's contribution to the economy by increasing the number of visitors that travel to and within Victoria, as well as encouraging the use of Victoria's tourism facilities.

Leigh Harry is the new Chief Executive Officer at Tourism Victoria. Previously the Chief Executive Officer at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, Leigh is also known internationally for his work as International President of both the Joint Meetings Industry Council (JMIC) and as President of the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) from 2006 to 2010. Leigh has also held or is currently holding positions including Deputy Chairman of the Melbourne Convention and Visitors Bureau (MCVB), Chairman of the Business Events Council of Australia (BECA), President of the Meetings and Events Association of Australia (MEAA) and is a member of the Tourism Australia Business Events Industry Advisory Panel. Having demonstrated outstanding success gaining investment and putting Victoria on the map as a highly regarded Convention and Exhibition destination in his previous role, Leigh Harry is well positioned to drive the future success and growth of tourism in the state of Victoria.

Catherine Brown is the new Chief Executive Officer at the Lord Mayor's Charitable Foundation.

The Lord Mayor's Charitable Foundation was founded in 1923 by Sir John Swanson. Sir John was determined to ensure that Melbourne had an organised fundraising program to support the health and welfare of the city's growing population. The Lord Mayor's Charitable Foundation's mission is to enhance the quality of life of the community, particularly the disadvantaged, through raising, stewardship and granting of funds to various charities.

Catherine Brown is the new Chief Executive Officer at the Lord Mayor's Charitable Foundation. Catherine has held senior executive positions with Multiple Sclerosis Society of Victoria, Wesley Mission Melbourne and is a former CEO of Brain Foundation Victoria (now BrainLink). For the past 10 years Catherine has been director of Catherine Brown and Associates, providing strategic advice and guidance to foundations and not-for-profit organisations throughout Australia. Catherine's legal background and her extensive experience in the philanthropic sector will make a major contribution to the future direction of one of Melbourne's leading philanthropic organisations.

Professor Harvey Perkins is the new Director, Thematic Research Initiative (TRI) - Transforming Auckland at The University of Auckland.

The University of Auckland is New Zealand's leading and largest university with 38,500 students, nearly 10,000 of whom graduate annually in a wide range of professions and fields. The Thematic Research Initiative (TRI) -Transforming Auckland will bring together interdisciplinary teams of researchers across the University, as well as key external parties in Auckland and overseas, to focus on innovations for sustainable cities. Transforming Auckland is underpinned by a broad research agenda with three main themes: "Understanding and managing change in urban environments"; "Transformations in space and place for sustainable futures"; and "Imagining and developing mechanisms/interventions for sustainability".

Professor Harvey Perkins is the inaugural Director, Thematic Research Initiative (TRI) - Transforming Auckland at the University of Auckland. Previously, Professor Perkins was with Lincoln University for over 23 years, first commencing as a Senior Lecturer in the Faculty of Environment, Society and Design, and gradually progressing to the roles of Reader, Associate Professor, and most recently, Professor within the Faculty. With an outstanding level of success in key areas such as research, successful grant bids, publications and strong and well-established networks both at a national and international, Professor Perkins is firmly committed to the TRI initiative of the creation of 'sustainable cities' and will undoubtedly drive its future success.

Exciting new appointments at Monash University!

Monash University is a large and successful university in Australia's Group of Eight research intensive universities, distinguished by its international focus and commitment to innovative research and high quality teaching and learning. It has an excellent reputation for high quality research output and undergraduate and graduate education, and is emerging as an institution that is realising its potential to integrate its diverse strengths into significant research and education programs. Monash has six campuses in Victoria, Australia, a campus in Malaysia, a campus in South Africa, a centre in Prato, Italy, and numerous international partnerships and cooperative ventures. Monash has almost 60,000 students spread across its Australian and off-shore campuses, and over 7,000 full time equivalent staff.

Mark Armstrong is the inaugural Eva and Marc Besen International Research Chair in Design.

Mark Armstrong is the inaugural Eva and Marc Besen International Research Chair in Design. Mark is the Founder and Director of Blue Sky, one of Australia's leading design consultancies. He has delivered groundbreaking design outcomes to government and corporate clients in Australia and overseas since its inception in 1986. His clients have included Qantas, EDI Rail, Cochlear, Ruby Union World Cup and the Sydney Organising Committee for the Olympic Games, where Blue Sky designed the Olympic Torch for the 2000 Sydney Games Torch Relay. Mark has also worked in close cooperation with the RMIT Centre for Design on projects that are at the forefront of environmental design and is involved in design education as a member of the University of NSW Dean's Advisory Board. Mark will bring to this position a passion and enthusiasm for innovative and beautiful design, international experience and connections, a powerful design philosophy and methodology and a reputation for delivering some of Australia's most iconic designs.

Professor Jacqui True is the new Professor, School of Political and Social Inquiry.

Professor Jacqui True is the new Professor, School of Political and Social Inquiry at Monash University. Professor True is a specialist in international relations and gender studies. She has spent the last ten years in the Department of Political Studies at the University of Auckland, starting as a Lecturer in 2002, Senior Lecturer in 2003 and promotion to Associate Professor in 2010. Before moving back to New Zealand, Professor True was Assistant Professor Political Science at Michigan State University for a year in 2001 to 2002 and in 1991 to 2000 she was a Visiting Professor at Michigan. As a dynamic and passionate teacher and highly regarded inter-disciplinary researcher, Professor True will promote a lively and inclusive research culture and bring extensive international networks to the School of Political and Social Inquiry.

Jennifer Gale is the new Chief Financial Officer at the Royal Children's Hospital.

The Royal Children's Hospital (RCH), Melbourne, is one of the world's great children's hospitals, providing a full range of paediatric services for children across Victoria, around Australia and overseas. With their campus partners, the Murdoch Childrens Research Institute and The University of Melbourne, Department of Paediatrics, they lead the way in clinical care, research and teaching. In 2011, the RCH enters the next exciting stage in their history, with the opening of a brand new hospital providing world class facilities for patients, families and staff.

Jennifer Gale is the new Chief Financial Officer at the Royal Children's Hospital. Jennifer was previously the Chief Financial Officer (First Assistant Secretary), Head of Finance and Budgets Strategy Division at the Federal Department of Human Services for over 2.5 years, and preceding this appointment was the Chief Financial Officer (First Assistant Secretary) at the Federal Department of Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy for nearly 8 years. She has also held senior finance roles with organisations such as Telstra, Australia Post, NIDA and the Maritime Museum. As a community-focused executive with extensive experience in senior finance positions, Jennifer is well placed to ensure that the RCH continues its great work on a sound financial and operational platform for the future.

Doug Daines is the new General Manager Infrastructure Planning at the Southern Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust.

The Southern Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust offers a full range of first-class services that enable a positive and fulfilling experience for their clients. The current workforce comprises 220 staff and the current turnover of the business exceeds $40 million. The Southern Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust comprises the following cemeteries: Melbourne General Cemetery, Springvale Botanical Cemetery, St Kilda Cemetery, Cheltenham Memorial Park, Brighton General Cemetery, Bunurong Memorial Park, Cheltenham Pioneer Cemetery and Dandenong Public Cemetery.

Doug Daines is the new General Manger Infrastructure Planning at the Southern Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust. Until recently Doug was consulting at Meridian Energy where he was the Project Delivery Manager for the organisation, responsible for the planning and development of the company's renewable energy projects in Australia. Previously he was the General Manager of Apartments (Queensland) for Multiplex Limited where he managed development projects worth $4 billion. Prior to this, Doug was the Executive Director, Health Services and Clinical Support at St Vincent's Health Melbourne, and from 1999 until 2005 was Deputy Principal then Vice-Principal (Property and Buildings) at the University of Melbourne, responsible for the master planning, development and stewardship of the University's $2.5 billion property portfolio. Having had an impressive career that spans both the public and private sectors across all aspects of property development and Management, Doug will ensure the organisation's infrastructure planning remains highly strategic and sustainable.

Professor Alison Morrison is the new Head of School, International Business at Victoria University.

Victoria University is a multi-sector institution (higher education and TAFE) with excellence in teaching, training, research and scholarship. They have more than 50,000 students enrolled at their local campuses and international sites and have a workforce of approximately 3,500 staff. They operate primarily at campuses in the western suburbs of Melbourne (Australia), Melbourne city centre and locations provided by their partners in Asia and Europe. As the primary university in Melbourne's western region, they are proud to deliver courses, research and engagement activities that are locally relevant and globally significant.

Professor Alison Morrison is the new Head of School, International Business at Victoria University. Previously, she was a Professor in the School of Management at the University of Surrey. She took up this position in 2009 after 18 years at the University of Strathclyde where she was steadily promoted from Lecturer in 1992, Programme Director of the Strathclyde Entrepreneurship Initiative for two years in 1996, Senior Lecturer in 1998, Reader and Director of Research in 2002, Professor and Head of Department Hospitality and Tourism Management in 2004 and Vice-Dean (Research) in 2008. With high level and successful experience in senior academic management roles and a strong research and publishing record, Alison will ensure that the School of International Business at VU continues to provide outstanding research and teaching quality.

Anthony Ainsworth is the new General Manager Procurement at Foster's Group

Foster's is a global premium drinks company with a portfolio of over 100 brands, operations on five continents and a 160-year history delivering beer, wine, spirits and ciders to millions of consumers every day. Listed on the Australian Securities Exchange, Foster's employs over 6,000 people and their products are sold in more than 155 countries worldwide, operating as five regional businesses supported by a corporate centre. Their commitment to innovation, brand investment and the highest quality standards remains steadfast.

Anthony Ainsworth is the new General Manager Procurement at Foster's Group. Due to the recent de-merger of the Foster's business it is a unique time within the organisation, and specifically, Anthony will be responsible for restating and recalibrating the procurement expectations for Carlton United Breweries (CUB) in this new climate. With a new business structure and a new management team, the imperative of Anthony's role will be to oversee a complete restart with key customers. He will be responsible for ensuring that the procurement department remains contemporary and strategic in its approach.

Previously, Anthony worked for Mars in a variety of positions within the organisation over a 14 year period. Commencing as a Commercial Manager for Uncle Bens Australia in 1997, Anthony progressed to Masterfoods Australia in 2003 and spent two years as a Senior Commercial Manager across a variety of portfolios. In 2005, Anthony moved to China as a Commercial Director for Mars China and soon advanced to the position of Vice President Commercial. In February 2009, Anthony returned to Australia as the Commercial Director for Mars Petcare Australia and he held this position until December 2010. Since 2011, Anthony had been working as an independent contractor with Mars where he focussed on assisting with the review and recommendations for best practice procurement within Mars Inc and also the review of practices, procedures and results of a global cost reduction program for the corporation across Europe, Russia and America. With a broad range of expertise in both procurement and business management at the executive management team level, Anthony will be able to draw on his vast experience to create the vision and strategic direction for the procurement function at Foster's.

Dr Pim Borren is the new Chief Executive Officer at Southbank Institute of Technology

Southbank Institute of Technology is the leading Institute in Queensland for the delivery of high level vocational and technical education. With a current annual turnover of $100 million, Southbank Institute enrols approximately 28,000 individual students in over 260 programs annually. Due to its established links with a range of tertiary education partners as well as its commitment to quality vocational education and training, it remains the Institute of choice for school leavers and adult learners alike.

Dr Pim Borren is the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Southbank Insitute of Technology, and will provide strategic, operational and educational leadership of the Institute and will be responsible for implementing and enhancing the existing strategic plan. Dr Borren will work with the Board to develop, implement and monitor strategic directions and business objectives and, with direct responsibility for the Executive Team, he will lead a staff of 800 and develop critical relationships with government, industry and community leaders at the local, state, national and international levels.

Until this appointment, Dr Borren was the Chief Executive of Waiariki Institute of Technology in New Zealand for the past five years and has also previously been the Deputy Chief Executive of New Zealand's third largest institute of technology, the Christchurch Polytechnic Institute of Technology. He has a high public profile in New Zealand as a commentator on education and health reform and has been a major contributor to the national VET sector, holding board positions with ITPQ (the body responsible for quality assurance of VET providers) and Polytechnics NZ Limited, an education consulting company. As an executive who is aligned with the Institute's core values of innovation, collaboration and accountability, Dr Borren is well-placed to enhance Southbank's commitment to community engagement, educational excellence and commercial relevance.

Dr Tangerine Holt is the new Executive Director at the Australian-American Fulbright Commission.

The Australian-American Fulbright Commission is one of more than 50 Fulbright Commissions servicing 155 countries. Each such commission facilitates the Fulbright Program, one of the largest and most highly regarded bi-national educational exchange programs in the world. Since its establishment as a not-for-profit organisation in 1949, the Australian-American Fulbright Commission has produced many distinguished Australian and American Fulbright Scholars. Its activities are funded primarily by the governments of Australia and the United States of America, with additional support from high-profile corporate, not-for-profit and public sector sponsors as well as from individual donors.

Dr Tangerine Holt is the new Executive Director at the Australian-American Fulbright Commission, and will be responsible for managing and representing the Commission while developing strategies in conjunction with the Board to maintain the integrity of the program, grow its scope and raise its public profile. As Executive Director, Dr Holt will build strong stakeholder relationships and provider partnerships, garner event and program sponsorship, optimise governance and financial performance, and lead a talented team of six.

Dr Tangerine Holt has been an educator and administrator across the United States, Australia, Malaysia and the United Arab Emirates and possess both a domestic and international perspective on academic, managerial and diplomacy issues. Previously, she was Director of International Education and Research at Monash University for two years and was also a senior lecturer for a further six years. During her career at Monash, Tangerine's academic leadership focused on developing excellence in medical and health professional education across undergraduate and postgraduate levels. This included the establishment of the Community Based Practice model in Australia, Malaysia, and the University of Sharjah, UAE. With a commitment to the underlying mission of the Fulbright Commission and as a values-driven leader with integrity, political acumen and entrepreneurial flair, Dr Holt will drive the strategic direction and growth of Fulbright as it moves into its next phase of development.

Kerry Holling is the new Director, Information Technology Services at the University of Western Sydney.

The University of Western Sydney (UWS) is a metropolitan university serving the Greater West of Sydney and is committed to making a difference to the lives of their students and the communities in which they live. UWS currently enrolls 40,000 students across its six campuses, studying disciplines ranging from law to nanotechnology, linguistics to medicine and business to forensic science. With Western Sydney being one of the fastest growing regions in Australia, UWS will play a key role in the Federal Government's agenda for Higher Education; anticipating enrolments to grow to well over 50,000 students by 2020. In addition to undergraduate, postgraduate and research courses, the University provides potential students with academic pathways to university via the UWSCollege.

Kerry Holling is the new Director, Information Technology Services (ITS) at the University of Western Sydney, and will be responsible for providing strategic advice and vision on information technology infrastructure, as well as resources and services needed to support the teaching, research, and administrative functions of the University. He will be responsible for the overall management of the ITS Unit and for the reporting of performance against the University's strategic plan. As Director, Kerry will provide advice to members of the Executive Management group on all ITS-related matters and contribute at a high level to strategy, policy and organisational direction.

Kerry Holling is a seasoned and highly experienced CIO of major technology companies including Digital Equipment Corporation (1996-1998), Compaq Computers (1998-2002) and Hewlett-Packard (2002-2006). After leaving Hewlett-Packard, Kerry decided it was time to use his impressive skills garnered in the corporate sector to give back to the community, and joined the NSW Department of Community Services as CIO in 2007. Under a restructure, he then transitioned to CIO of the NSW Department of Human Services in 2010. With substantial senior experience in large and complex IT environments and an extensive change management background, Kerry is ideally placed to lead the University of Western Sydney in identifying, developing and implementing creative IT strategies and solutions as the organisation moves into an era of substantial growth.

Holly Bennett is the new General Manager Business Services at Lort Smith Animal Hospital.

Established in 1935, Lort Smith Animal Hospital is one of the largest Animal Hospitals in the world, providing quality care for over 100,000 lost, abandoned, mistreated and sick animals every year. With a large team of 26 dedicated and caring full time vets providing high quality veterinary care, the organisation also cares for stray and unwanted animals in its dedicated cattery and kennels, and reunites or re-homes thousands of cats and dogs each year. The most recent addition to the hospital, the wildlife and exotic pet unit, also provides care and expertise and promotes interest and further education in the captive care of these special creatures.

Holly Bennett is the new General Manager Business Services and will be primarily responsible for effective business service delivery for the organisation, including budget and financial management, and OH&S compliance. Holly will take charge of all customer service and liaison, in particular management of the reception and telephony staff and all other client-facing activities. Reporting to the CEO and leading a diverse team, she will implement strategy across the business to meet targets, improve operational efficiencies, reduce costs and encourage professional excellence.

Holly was previously with Finance 4 Trades Pty Ltd, a Melbourne based finance industry start up. In her capacity as Director, Holly was accountable for all aspects of developing the business. Prior to this she was Director, Operations for Thrifty Rental. Holly was tasked with transforming the business into a modern corporation and played a key role in a successful restructure which included staff training, standardising procedures and executing cost efficiencies. From 1997 to 2006 Holly held a number of roles with Hertz Australia, the last being Director, Operations (2001 to 2006) where she oversaw operations across 70 sites. Holly was promoted into this role after four years as National Revenue Manager. From 1999 to 2001, Holly was Manager, Customer Relations. Prior to working with Hertz, Holly worked at Lease Plan Australia. Energetic and business-minded, with strong strategic skills, Holly is well-paced to build a dynamic and enthusiastic team at Lort Smith, and take charge of a significant growth agenda.

Mona Stead is the new General Manager Veterinary Nursing Services at Lort Smith Animal Hospital.

Mona Stead is the new General Manager Veterinary Nursing Services at the Lort Smith Animal Hospital. Reporting to the CEO and with a team of approximately 70 direct reports, Mona will be responsible for the management of resource allocations, development of policies and procedures, budgets, setting of KPIs and OH&S compliance, whilst developing a strategic vision with a business perspective, and meeting operational and financial targets.

Previously, Mona was Change Lead/Implementation Manager at the University College London Hospitals National Health Service Trust (UCLH NHS) where she was not only responsible for implementation, communication and benefits realisation for the Trust, but also the creation of reusable organisational tool kits, which have now been adopted by the Trust as their standardised approach. Prior to this role, Mona was a Transformation Lead Manager with BT British Telecom Global Services where she created and delivered a clinical change management plan. Preceding this, Mona was a Healthcare Consultant for various organisations including Fujitsu, Accenture, Atos KPMG and Inter-Health Canada. With Mona's experience and leadership as part of its executive team, Lort Smith Animal Hospital will continue to provide quality care for thousands of animals and remain a Melbourne icon.

Margaret Grigg is the new General Manager Research, Development and Advocacy at MIND Australia.

Mind is a leading provider of consumer-focused mental health services in Victoria and South Australia. Mind works with people who experience mental health difficulties, to help them live well in the community, with or without symptoms. Mind offers a diverse range of services including: recovery-focused individual and family services; case work and case management support; transition from acute settings to community support; residential rehabilitation services for young people and adults; housing services; respite services; volunteer and mentor programs; programs including programs for people with a mental health illness and intellectual disability; recreational and arts programs and family strengthening programs.

Margaret Grigg is the new General Manager Research, Development and Advocacy at Mind Australia, and will act as a key advisor to the CEO and senior management to ensure effective and highly engaged leadership within the organisation. In a high profile position, Margaret will focus on enhancing Mind's services to support policy, advocacy and community education and develop strategies which contribute to the availability of affordable housing for people with serious mental health challenges. The provision of strategic leadership to the Department's operations is central to this role and Margaret will be required to contribute strongly to the overall strategic direction of Mind.

Previously, Margaret spent over six years at the Victorian Department of Health in a variety of roles. She commenced in 2004 as a Senior Nurse Advisor Mental Health where she was responsible for providing advice to the Victorian Government on mental health nursing issues. In 2007, Margaret progressed to the position of Assistant Director, Access and Metropolitan Performance Branch where she was responsible for the leadership and management of emergency, surgical and critical care programs. Following the 2009 Victorian bushfires, Margaret was seconded to the position of Assistant Director Bushfire Psychosocial Recovery Team. Following the completion of this assignment, Margaret was requested to take on the role of Manager of Rural Health where she was responsible for the performance of 70 rural and regional health services. Margaret was in this role until her appointment at Mind. With a proven track record in senior health leadership positions and significant knowledge regarding mental health trends in policy and service delivery, Margaret will ensure that Mind continues to be at the forefront of mental health service delivery in Australia.

Paul Zanatta is the new General Manager Social Policy and Research at VincentCare.

VincentCare was established by the Society of St Vincent de Paul in Victoria in 2003 to accept responsibility for the Society's services for disadvantaged and vulnerable people including those who are homeless, mentally and physically disabled, aged, and suffering from forms of substance abuse. VincentCare works to provide an extensive range of structured social services, often in partnership with government programs. The organisation operates seven aged care facilities including residential care and a day therapy centre. Disability services operate under the umbrella of VincentCare's Ozanam Enterprises, located in Mornington, and aim to provide training and employment for people with disabilities to assist them in reaching their full potential in the community.

Paul Zanatta is the new General Manager Social Policy and Research and will be responsible for driving a policy and research function that will harmonise research, advocacy and communication activities across all VincentCare programs, with a strategic opportunity to build on the quality of work and expertise. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Paul will bring together the research and advocacy arms of the organisation to better understand the implications of a constantly changing social and government policy agenda.

Paul has worked extensively in mixed clinician and managerial roles in a variety of ambulatory and community settings, most recently at Aged and Community Care Victoria, where his role has encompassed Community Care and Policy since 2009. He spent three years as a Nurse Unit Manager at Austin Health, responsible for operations management; and two years as Nurse Manager at Swan Hill District Hospital. He has spent his entire career working in health and community health and, having worked extensively with vulnerable populations in individual client work, group based programs, health promotion and community capacity building, Paul will undoubtedly contribute to the ongoing growth and development of VincentCare's important work in the Victorian community.

Ian Webb is the new Procurement Manager at the Southern Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust.

On 1 March 2010 The Cheltenham & Regional Cemeteries Trust and the Trustees of the Necropolis Springvale were merged to create the Southern Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust. The Trust now administers Brighton General, Bunurong Memorial Park, Cheltenham Memorial Park, Cheltenham Pioneer, Dandenong Public, Melbourne General, Springvale Botanical and St Kilda cemeteries. As a not for profit organisation the Trust is not funded by government and is responsible for accumulating funds to ensure the perpetual maintenance of the cemeteries it manages.

Ian Webb is the new Procurement Manager at the Southern Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust, and in this newly created key leadership position, will be responsible for redefining the organisation's procurement framework. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, Ian will be responsible for providing systems, processes and specialist advice to the organisation on procurement and contracts, tendering, purchasing compliance and reporting.

Previously, Ian Webb was with Mercedes-Benz Australia/Pacific for 11 years, where he first began as an IT Contracts Administrator in 2000 before being promoted to the position of Purchasing Manager in 2001, a role he held until 2007. In 2007, Ian progressed to the position of Procurement Projects Manager, a position he held until his appointment at the Cemeteries Trust. In this role, Ian was responsible for all major procurement projects, ICT commodities, logistics/supply chain commodities and HR commodities. Prior to joining Mercedes-Benz, Ian spent a year at Bayside Technology Solution as an IT recruitment consultant and previous to this he held a number of positions at ANZ over a 10 year period. With a wealth of experience in procurement and contract management, Ian will ensure the development and implementation of contemporary and best-practice procurement procedures at the Southern Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust.

Todd Harper is the new Chief Executive Officer at Cancer Council Victoria.

Cancer Council Victoria (CCV) is a non-profit organisation involved in cancer research, patient support, cancer prevention and advocacy. From their Carlton offices in Melbourne, CCV is close to many of Melbourne's public teaching hospitals, universities and medical research institutes. They also advise government and liaise with business and professional groups to help create strategies to fight cancer. CCV maintains a strong public profile and preserves their independence to maximise their ability to reduce the impact of cancer on the community.

Todd Harper is the new Chief Executive Officer at CCV, and will be accountable to the Board for the implementation of the strategic direction of the Council in alignment with its vision, mission and values. Todd will also advocate to government and other sectors to advance cancer control in Victoria, and represent the Council in the public sphere to maintain their highly respected profile in the community.

Todd was previously the CEO of the Victorian Health Promotion Foundation (VicHealth) for four years, and prior to this was the Executive Director of Quit Victoria and the VicHealth Centre for Tobacco Control (VCTC) at CCV for eight years. During his tenure in this position, Todd led both Quit Victoria and the VCTC in the development and execution of numerous health promotion campaigns including the Gangrene and Mouth Cancer campaigns and the 2002 Parents campaign. Todd has presented in many national and international conferences and has worked with WHO and various other overseas organisations to develop tobacco policies and advocacy strategies. From 1995 to 1999 Todd was the Executive Director of the Tasmanian Council on AIDS and related Diseases (TasCARD). With 18 years experience in the health promotion and advocacy field, Todd will bring a fresh and creative perspective to this critical role, and an underlying passion for the vital work performed by Cancer Council Victoria.

Paul Atley is the new Group Sales Manager at National Tiles.

National Tiles was established in 1979 by Managing Director Frank Walker and has rapidly become a market leader in the tile, stone and laminate timber flooring industries. The National Tiles network incorporates 14 state of the art showrooms in Queensland and Victoria, and these design centres are fully equipped to handle all aspects of today's tiling needs. National Tiles is one of Victoria's most successful tile and laminate timber flooring companies, and a market leader in all aspects of today's demanding Retail and Building Industry. It is proud to be Australia's largest 100% family-owned tile company.

Paul Atley is the new Group Sales Manager at National Tiles, and will be responsible for ensuring the sales teams at National Tiles utilise strategic selling and planning techniques whilst further developing significant client relationships with major accounts, assessing market trends, establishing sales strategies and managing new business development opportunities. Coaching, developing and motivating the sales teams and instilling a culture of disciplined sales methodologies and practices within the company will form a key component of his role.

Until recently, Paul was the Sales Director Australia New Zealand for Irwin Industrial Tools. Commencing in June 2005, Paul had full responsibility for the Australian and New Zealand sales teams and all customers, both retail and industrial within the ANZ region. Reporting to the Vice President APAC, Paul was a member of the senior management team and focused on penetrating new product launch execution for the company. Between 2001 and 2005, Paul was the General Manager Sales and Marketing for Waterwerks and prior to this Paul was engaged with Gale Pacific between 1992 and 2001. As an influential and well qualified sales manager with extensive experience in people management, customer account management and strategy planning, Paul is well placed to lead National Tiles' highly motivated sales team to maximum profitability and growth in line with the company vision and values.

Elizabeth Davies is the new Chief Executive Officer at the White Ribbon Foundation.

The White Ribbon Foundation (WRF), established in 2007, is a not-for -profit company that provides a governance structure for the national White Ribbon Campaign and provides a capacity to raise and administer funds to support community awareness activities. The White Ribbon Campaign is linked to a global initiative targeted at raising awareness of the extent, and individual and societal impacts, of violence towards women. The WRF has a long term view to provide the campaign with a sustainable structure for years to come, in recognition that achieving attitude change towards violence requires a long term and high profile commitment to working within communities to engage men and boys.

Elizabeth Davies is the new Chief Executive Officer at the White Ribbon Foundation, and will maintain and grow the White Ribbon Campaign throughout Australia and engage organisations and individuals in the prevention of violence against women. As the new CEO, Elizabeth will provide leadership, strategic direction, and recognise opportunities which will enhance the campaign, create and sustain a valued public profile for the organisation, and positively influence and build relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.

Libby brings to the role deep experience across the health and welfare sectors at a national level through leadership of a number of key organisations and contributions to ministerial and sector-wide advisory committees and boards. As Chief Executive Officer of Family Services Australia from 2001 to 2006, Libby worked closely with 88 member organisations to achieve the highest levels of service delivery across the sector. Prior to this, Libby was National Director of UnitingCare Australia, the national peak Uniting Church body on community service matters. In this role she managed the National Secretariat, built the organisation's profile, lobbied Government and represented Uniting Care Australia in national forums. For the last four years, Libby has worked in a number of advisory, consultancy and interim roles, including Interim Executive Director for Anglicare Australia. With sound knowledge of the issues surrounding violence against women, Elizabeth will provide strong strategic leadership to the foundation and drive the White Ribbon Campaign to the next level of excellence.

Robyn Hunter is the new Chief Operating Officer at MS Australia.

MS Australia strives for a world without multiple sclerosis through quality research and service excellence to people with multiple sclerosis and their carers. The organisation strives to enhance the quality of life of people with MS and reduce the impact of MS on families and carers. MS Australia also aims to maintain and increase its role as a leading not-for-profit organisation and a preferred charity in Australia for community and corporate support.

Robyn Hunter is the new Chief Operating Officer at MS Australia and will lead the delivery of an innovative customer service strategy and drive operational excellence across the organisation's shared services and distribution network. Robyn will lead the organisation's internal shared service functions to ensure strong alignment with organisational outcomes and will play a critical role in collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to leverage the funding, advocacy and branding strategies to guarantee consistent, timely and relevant service offerings to clients.

Robyn brings 20 years clinical and management experience in the health sector to her role at MS Australia. Previously, she provided a range of consultancy services to Yooralla in her role as Strategy Consultant and was also a Strategic Planning Consultant at Donald Cant Watts Corke. Robyn spent approximately ten years of her career at Medibank Private Limited, with her most recent role being National Manager, Ancillary and Medical Services (2008 to 2010). In this position she was responsible for driving the Medical and Ancillary purchasing strategies and managing provider relations in optimising value to Medibank members. With a strong customer service focus and senior operational leadership experience, Robyn will ensure that MS Australia remains committed to the delivery of service excellence and community engagement as it enters a period of rapid expansion and growth.

Jim O'Dempsey is the new Director Business Improvement and Innovation at the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) is a new national agency established to improve the quality and safety of Australia's health services through a modernised national regulatory system for health professionals. The services provided by AHPRA to the National Boards employ best practice approaches to regulation and cover registration functions, the management of a national public register of health practitioners, the receipt of notifications about the conduct of registrants on behalf of the Boards and, subject to decisions by the Boards, responsibility to the Boards for the highest standards of professional investigations and disciplinary prosecutions.

Jim O'Dempsey is the new Director Business Improvement and Innovation at AHPRA, and will ensure that there is a constant flow of new ideas and insights from a wide range of sources and drive innovation in the quality and productivity of AHPRA's services. Focusing on achieving national consistency of service delivery across the policy established by National Boards and the National Law, Jim will manage the interface between Board policy and operational delivery and lead business improvement activities to achieve tangible results for the organisation.

Jim has been with AHPRA since 2010, and was previously the Transitional National Director in charge of leading the establishment of AHPRA's business improvement team. In this role he was charged with the implementation of the new team's corporate governance structure, policies and systems and established committees and strategies. Prior to joining AHPRA, Jim was Executive Officer at the Office of Health Practitioner Registration Boards (OHPRB), taking responsibility for the reorganisation, revitalisation and modernisation of the OHPRB to ensure that operations were consistent with the new legislative scheme. From 1993 to 2002, Jim was Executive Officer at the Queensland Nursing Council. As an experienced executive who takes people with him and builds teams based on communication, trust and strategic initiative, Jim will undoubtedly lead the design and implementation of high impact changes at AHPRA to improve their business systems and processes.

Brad Denham is the new Sales Manager - On Premise (Western Australia) at Foster's Group.

Foster's is a global premium branded drinks company with a portfolio of over 100 brands, operations on five continents and a history stretching back 160 years delivering beer, wine, spirits and ciders to millions of consumers every day and developing innovative new products that will tap consumer trends in the years ahead. Listed on the Australian Securities Exchange, Foster's employs over 6,000 people and their products are sold in more than 155 countries worldwide, operating as five regional businesses supported by a corporate centre. Their commitment to lead innovation, invest in their brands and maintain the highest quality standards remains steadfast.

Brad Denham is the new Sales Manager - On Premise (Western Australia) and will be responsible for leading the sales team in Western Australia. In this role, Brad will be responsible for ensuring that the national and state business plans are achieved and will also develop, implement and analyse a sales strategy that is aligned to the broader business objectives at Foster's. Brad will focus on growing the group portfolio, identifying and developing new business opportunities and driving profit growth. He will also provide a high level of people leadership and management to the Business Development Managers and their sales teams as they seek to achieve their objectives.

Prior to his appointment, Brad was the State Manager WA, SA and NT for McWilliams Wines, where he focused on maximising the performance, volume and profitability of the company brands within Western Australia, South Australia and the Northern Territory. Preceding this, he was a Key Account Manager (WA) for Winesource Australia where he managed the distribution, contact levels, profitability, volume, promotions and pricing for Wholesalers. Brad also held a number of positions with Diageo Australia earlier in his career. As an influential and strategic sales professional with extensive experience in people management, customer account management and strategy planning, Brad is perfectly positioned to ensure that Foster's continues to experience market growth and strength in Western Australia.

Penny Reed is the new Group HR Manager CUB at Foster's Group.

Penny Reed is the new Group HR Manager CUB at Foster's Group, and will be responsible for providing both strategic and operational HR support to the Australian-based CUB central functions (Supply, Marketing, Finance, HR with approximately 240 employees), to ensure the continual achievement of the company's business priorities. In addition, Penny will be responsible for successful and timely delivery of CUB HR projects through effective project management and implementation.

Penny has developed an excellent blend of HR skills across both the FMCG & Retail sectors during a career spanning nearly twenty years. Previously, Penny was the National Training and Development Manager at Kmart, where she was responsible for developing, implementing and monitoring training and development, organisational development and talent management strategies. In her career, Penny has extensive experience in leading the design, implementation and monitoring of leadership frameworks and merchandise learning frameworks, and has also developed initiatives and strategies for high potential employees and higher education, including online learning and head office training and development. Having also previously held senior HR positions with FoodWorks, Pacific Brands and Sara Lee, Penny is ideally placed to drive the future direction of HR strategy at Foster's Group.

Bruce Thompson is the new Chief Information Officer at the Department of Sustainability & Environment (Vic).

The Department of Sustainability and Environment (DSE) is Victoria's primary government agency responsible for promoting and managing the sustainability of the natural environment. The department and its partner organisations deliver long-term strategies and programs to address the environmental challenges facing Victoria. The department is committed to a future in which all Victorians are living sustainably within their natural environment.

Bruce Thompson is the new Chief Information Officer (CIO) at the DSE, and will be responsible for delivering outstanding information and communication systems and applications across the department in line with their corporate goals and strategies. Bruce will work across the organisation to create the vision for integrated business solutions and develop a robust governance framework to support legislative reform, competing priorities, and strategic objectives.

Bruce has more than twenty years government experience in information management roles, including at DSE, where he has been Director Spatial Information Infrastructure (SII) since 2003. He has been involved in the development and implementation of Victorian State Government departmental spatial information strategies and IT policy platforms for the last fourteen years. Prior to this, Bruce spent nearly ten years with the Queensland Government where, as Senior Project Leader of the Planning Information and Forecasting Unit, he was a part of the highly successful 'Broadhectare Study', which is still an essential monitoring tool used in Queensland. With significant leadership experience and as an innovative and solutions-focused IT professional, Bruce will undoubtedly drive significant and exciting IT reform at DSE in the coming years.

Cath Bowtell is the new Chief Executive Officer at AGEST Super.

The Australian Government Employees Superannuation Trust (AGEST) is an award winning industry super fund for Australian public sector employees. AGEST is focused solely on managing superannuation savings in the interest of members with all profits shared by its members. The fund has more than $3.7 billion in assets and over 130,000 members predominantly from the Commonwealth, Northern Territory and ACT Governments, with around 8,000 employees contributing to the fund.

Brian Clark is the new Executive Director Information Technology Services at RMIT University.

RMIT University is one of Australia's longest-established educational institutions, and is now the largest dual-sector education institution in Australia, offering programs ranging from apprenticeship and traineeship training to doctoral programs. The strong professional and vocational orientation of RMIT's programs prepares graduates for employment and active participation in their communities. RMIT is a member of the Global U8 Consortium and, with a campus in Vietnam and significant teaching partnerships in Hong Kong, China, Malaysia and Singapore, has a strong educational presence in the Asia-Pacific Region.

Brian Clark is the new Executive Director Information Technology Services at RMIT University, and will provide strategic leadership in the planning, development, deployment and control of RMIT's IT services and processes. Responsible for an overall staff of 280, an operating budget of $50M and Capital expenditure budget of $15M, Brian will lead change through the continual improvement and upgrade of IT services whilst refining IT governance, managing risk and ensuring compliance with policy and procedures. He will also lead the development of a new ICT plan to support the 2011-15 RMIT Strategic Plan.

Brian previously worked in Singapore for ANZ Banking Group Ltd as a divisional CIO, accountable for all technology in the Asia Pacific, Europe & America division. He has also held senior roles with ANZ in New Zealand and Melbourne, taking charge of areas including sales and service platform, technology management for consumer finance and eCommerce. He has also held a number of Software Engineering roles in the United States for organisations including Federal Express, Lockheed Martin and the United States Airforce. As a highly professional and extremely experienced IT professional with over 13 years experience in senior IT leadership positions, Brian will undoubtedly drive RMIT's IT systems, processes and infrastructure forward into the next decade as the institution seeks to maintain its status as one of the pre-eminent universities in Australia.

Caroline Mulcahy is the new Chief Executive Officer at Carers Victoria.

Established in 1992, Carers Victoria is a vibrant peak body that represents and supports caring families throughout Victoria. Working closely with carers who provide care and support to family members and friends who have a disability, mental illness, chronic condition, terminal illness or who are frail and aged, Carers Victoria assists in the improvement of the lives of caring families. Carers Victoria focuses on advocacy for systemic change, research, policy development and the provision of a number of key services including: emotional support and counselling, practical support and respite, education and development, information and advice.

Caroline Mulcahy is the new Chief Executive Officer at Carers Victoria, and will lead a passionate and committed team to drive performance in every aspect of operations and service delivery, whilst acting as a key spokesperson and advocate on behalf of carers and their families throughout Victoria. Caroline will play a crucial role in helping Carers Victoria achieve its mission of leading change in services, systems and support for caring families throughout Victoria.

Caroline was previously the Chief Executive Officer at Melbourne IVF, and has also held the roles of Director Neonatal Services at the Royal Children's Hospital and Principal Nurse at the Royal Women's Hospital over the last decade. A seasoned and professional CEO who has built a career across both the UK and Australia, Caroline is a dynamic and compassionate leader who has most recently transformed Melbourne IVF into a thriving and robust business. With a strong commitment to social justice issues combined with an empathetic attitude, Caroline will provide Carers Victoria with experienced and resilient leadership as the organisation continues to provide crucial representation and advocacy for the interests of caring families across all levels of government.

Professor John Hattie is the new Director, Melbourne Education Research Institute at The University of Melbourne.

The University of Melbourne is international in character and focus, and world-class in research, scholarship and academic standards. It consistently performs highly in international research output rankings and attracts the highest calibre staff and students. The Melbourne Graduate School of Education (MGSE) is at the forefront of innovative educational research in Australia, supported by eight specialist research centres and a significant number of internationally renowned experts. The Melbourne Education Research Institute (MERI), the Graduate School's research hub, fosters research of genuine international significance, strengthens the nexus between research and teaching, and promotes large-scale multi-disciplinary research and engagement with key partners.

Professor John Hattie is the new Director, Melbourne Education Research Institute at The University of Melbourne, and will help shape and further build on the existing strong research expertise of the Institute and lead the growth and development of priority research across the Graduate School. Professor Hattie will also drive the development and maintenance of strong relationships with governments and key research bodies, maximise opportunities for multi-disciplinary research programs, and contribute to national and international debate. He will also actively contribute to university-wide research strategies, priorities and performance.

Professor John Hattie was previously the Professor of Education and Director of Visible Learning Labs at the University of Auckland. Appointed to this position in 1998, he was also Head of School of Education until 2003. Professor Hattie has regularly advised governments in New Zealand, Australia and the US and has authored or co-authored 12 books and more than 500 papers. Professor Hattie's work is internationally acclaimed, with his influential 2008 book Visible Learning: A Synthesis of over 800 Meta-Analyses Relating to Achievement is believed to be the world's largest evidence-based study into the factors which improve student learning, involving more than 80 million students from around the world. As an outstanding scholar, leader and researcher who has received strong international recognition, Professor Hattie's leadership will undoubtedly have a significant impact on the university's sector-leading research.

Exciting new appointments at the Metropolitan Fire & Emergency Services Board (MFESB).

The MFESB has undertaken a significant re-structure of the organisation. This restructure has been designed with the aim of re-establishing the MFESB as the pre-eminent urban / specialist response fire and emergency service within Australasia and that it is also recognised as such internationally. After an extensive recruitment process, we are delighted to congratulate some of the new members of the MFESB Executive Team:

Danielle Byrnes is the new Executive Director People and Culture
Danielle Byrnes will assume the leadership of the People and Culture functions to align human resources strategy with MFESB's aim of being recognised as one of the pre-eminent urban / specialist fire and emergency service within Australasia and internationally. Driving significant change management in a rapidly evolving environment, Danielle will develop contemporary HR practice, encourage collaboration, and support the aspiration for a capable, committed and empowered workforce.

Danielle Byrnes has over 20 years of HR practice, 15 years of which have been at the executive level. She commenced her career in industrial relations in the resources sector. She has led the HR/OD function at organisations such as Australian Unity, Department of Premier & Cabinet, Acciona Energy, Western Health and Yallourn Energy. Danielle is a progressive, strategic, and results-oriented HR executive with particular passion and skill in employee engagement and fostering constructive organisational development. With a reputation for delivering significant cultural turnaround and rapid leading product and service creation, Danielle will undoubtedly drive the positive future development of the MFESB's organisational culture.

Russell Eddington is the new Executive Director Corporate Services
In a new role akin to a Chief Operating Officer (COO) position, Russell Eddington will lead and manage the MFESB's new shared Corporate Services functions of Finance, Asset Management, Knowledge Management, Environmental Leadership, and ICT, whilst driving service excellence with high levels of collaboration across all directorates and regions. Providing expert strategic advice on operational and policy matters to the CEO/CO, Russell will play a key role in strengthening internal capabilities and further developing a robust and responsive organisation.

Formerly the General Manager Corporate Services with South East Water, Russell Eddington is a highly experienced Chief Finance Officer who also has six years experience as a Chief Information Officer, again with South East Water. With a background in corporate services, Russell is experienced in setting organisational strategies and taking a strong leadership role in their execution. With a history of driving strong leadership capability and developing an environment that supports personal development and high performing teams, Russell is ideally placed to lead the MFESB's new Corporate Services team as it heads into an exciting period of transformation.

Peter Rau is the new Executive Director Strategy and Innovation
Peter Rau will assume leadership of the MFESB's Corporate Strategy, Corporate Performance, Risk Management, Research & Development, Major Projects, Communications and Project Management departments, ensuring that all of these key strategic areas align with the organisation's strategic planning and innovation frameworks. Peter will play an integral role in enabling innovation at all levels across the organisation and will be involved in building the MFESB brand and strategically using media and communications to link with communities and key stakeholders.

Previously the Director Operations Support & Deputy Chief Fire Officer at the MFESB, the majority of Peter's career has been spent at the CFA in operational and executive roles before joining the MFESB in January 2009. Throughout his career, Peter has established himself as a leader of staff and is well regarded for assisting in the development of innovative strategy. As an executive who is extremely well-versed in the history and culture of the MFESB, Peter is poised to make a significant contribution in the areas of organisational strategy and innovation which will ensure that the MFESB regains its preeminence status in the fire and emergency services sector.

David Youssef is the new Regional Director SE Region
David Youssef will assume the leadership and management of the South East Region team, a region which covers 468 km2, takes in 12 municipalities and has a population of 1.1 million residents. Working closely with the Regional Director NW Region and the Executive Director Emergency Management, David will lead the development of effective emergency management leadership and service capability to Melbourne's SE Region and will be responsible for all aspects of the region's emergency management systems, policies and procedures.

David commenced his career with MFESB in 1985 and was previously in an ACFO position focused on the Marine Response Project. Preceding this, David held Commander roles in the areas of Operations and Capacity Development. With a strong operational capacity experience coupled with robust analytical and strategic capabilities, David possesses the high energy and extensive organisational knowledge and experience needed to actively support the MFESB's new change agenda and leadership vision.

Anne Holmes is the new Executive Director at the National ELT (English Language Teaching) Accreditation Scheme (NEAS).

Established in 1990, the National English Language Teaching Accreditation Scheme (NEAS) accredits and monitors English language schools and colleges in Australia and internationally. The NEAS brand has become recognised worldwide as a mark of quality and the high standards and rigorous monitoring by NEAS have underpinned Australia's reputation as a world leader in English language teaching. NEAS is located in Sydney and is a non-profit, industry-based body with strong cooperative links with government agencies and industry representative bodies.

Anne Holmes is the new Executive Director at NEAS, and in a newly-created position, will strategically position the company in a changing regulatory environment and shape the next phase of national and international quality assurance accreditation in the ELICOS sector. Anne will also focus on building opportunities for NEAS to broaden its profile and activities in key countries which will have the effect of increasing the profile of Australian English Language Teaching internationally.

Before joining NEAS, Anne was the Head of College of Billy Blue College of English for eleven years. This key leadership role involved defining the ongoing strategic direction for the College and ensuring efficient and effective operations and delivery of high quality academic programs. Prior to this, Anne was with the Swan School of English in Stratford-upon-Avon for ten years, first as Course Director and later as Vice Principal. With a deep awareness of all aspects of English language teaching, centre management and quality assurance and as a strategic, politically aware team builder and collaborator, Anne is ideally placed to drive the future organisational growth of NEAS.

Steven Lambert is the new Director Corporate Services at Wyndham City Council.

Located just 30 kilometers from Melbourne, Wyndham City is idyllically situated on Port Phillip Bay and provides every lifestyle opportunity. With a population of over 147,000, (set to exceed 245,000 people by 2021), Wyndham is a fast growing, culturally diverse, vibrant and engaged community. Wyndham City Council is a leader in local government in Victoria and is a growing organisation that is well positioned financially, has talented, passionate staff and the desire and capability to achieve great things. The principal areas of population are Werribee and Hoppers Crossing, with substantial growth occurring in Tarneit, Point Cook, Truganina and Wyndham Vale.

Steven Lambert is the new Director Corporate Services at Wyndham City Council, and will play a key role in providing the contemporary systems, processes, culture and capability needed to enable the City to serve Wyndham's burgeoning community. Steven will provide leadership to the highly skilled team of 130 across the Finance, IT, Organisation Development, Corporate Planning, Governance, Customer Services, Contracts and Procurement functions and will implement the City's 10 year financial plan.

Previously the General Manager Capex & Asset Accounting at Telstra, Steven has also previously held the roles of Group Manager Management Accounting at Telstra Country Wide and Business Analyst, again at Telstra. In his previous role at Telstra, Steven was accountable for all aspects of the accounting and reporting on the annual Capex program ($3.5b to $6b) and the asset base which resulted from that program ($22b). A contemporary, IT-savvy leader who is highly customer focused and has an ability to recruit, develop talent and retain good people, Steven will bring a dynamic perspective on organisation processes to the role, as Wyndham City Council embarks on an exciting growth agenda.

Darren Fuzzard is the new Director Presentation & Assets at the City of Greater Bendigo.

Greater Bendigo is one of the largest regional cities in Australia with a population of over 100,000 and growing people wanting to make a difference. Bendigo is a great lifestyle choice, only 90 minutes from Melbourne, with affordable housing and a flexible work environment. The City's core values aspire to quality and achievement by embracing challenges, encouragement and respect, nurturing creativity and diversity in order to make a difference in the community.

Darren Fuzzard is the new Director Presentation & Assets at the City of Greater Bendigo, and will be responsible for providing leadership to a team of 200 across functions including asset planning and design, infrastructure construction and maintenance, environmental management, waste management, parks and natural reserves.

Darren was previously the Director Operations at Loddon Shire Council, where he had a large portfolio of responsibilities including strategic planning, environmental and public health, building control, infrastructure policy, recreational facilities, community and youth development, works delivery, drought social recovery and climate change response. Prior to this, Darren worked for VicRoads, working his way up from the post of Construction Engineer to Manager Program Delivery. As a contemporary, customer-focused, forward-thinking leader with a passion for the role that local government plays in fostering community development, engagement and cohesion, Darren will drive the City of Greater Bendigo's infrastructure and environmental service delivery as the region plans for and responds to the demands of extensive growth.

Euan Ferguson is the new Chief Officer at the Country Fire Authority (CFA).

Over the past 60 years, the CFA has evolved to become one of the world's largest volunteer-based emergency service organisations, providing a diverse range of risk reduction and fire suppression services to minimise the impact of fires and other emergencies on the community. The CFA operates across a broad risk environment, including bushfire, complex industrial and structural risks, as well as significant transport, institutional and hazardous materials risk environments. Victoria's natural environment is among the most bushfire prone in the world, and the CFA is uniquely positioned to make a significant contribution to Victoria's communities through the activities of its 1200 plus community based Fire Brigades, 60,000 volunteers and 1300 career staff.

Euan Ferguson is the new Chief Officer at the CFA, and in this high-profile executive role will be responsible for the prevention and suppression of fires across Victoria, delivering excellence in CFA's incident response capability and will influence CFA's overall strategy, volunteer growth and change agenda. The Chief Officer will act as the State Controller for bushfire events across Victoria, and will play a key role in growing a collaborative future for the State's incident response capability.

Previously the Chief Executive and Chief Officer of the South Australian County Fire Service (SACFS), Euan's career started with the Forests Commission Victoria, before he joined the Australian Army Reserve, where he spent nearly 10 years before joining the CFA in a Project Officer role. During his tenure with the CFA, Euan worked in a number of roles including Deputy Director of Operations, before leaving the role of Acting Chief Officer in 2001, to relocate to South Australia.

Having attained one of the most challenging and influential Operational Chief Officer roles in the country, Euan brings a unique set of skills and experience at senior operational and executive command roles, and is perfectly positioned to tackle the huge change agenda facing the CFA. As a highly disciplined and successful leader, Euan will undoubtedly make a major difference for the community and for the dedicated fire fighters, both volunteer and career, within the CFA.

Jon White is the new Chief Executive Officer at the Australian New Zealand Policing Advisory Agency (ANZPAA).

ANZPAA is a non-operational policing agency established in October 2007 and is a joint initiative of the Australian and New Zealand Police Ministers and Commissioners. For over 100 years Australian and New Zealand police forces have combined efforts and knowledge to together improve community safety. ANZPAA takes cross-jurisdictional policing to the next level. ANZPAA provides strategic policy and research advice and secretariat services on cross jurisdictional policing initiatives to help achieve policing excellence and enhance community safety throughout Australia and New Zealand. ANZPAA is tasked with providing efficient and effective cross-jurisdictional services to the Board and rationalising the range of work undertaken in the delivery of cross-jurisdictional law enforcement and policing activities.

Jon White is the new Chief Executive Officer at ANZPAA, and will be responsible for leading and managing the development of the agency's work program and future strategic direction. The role will have a strong policing and technical focus, and Jon will be involved in business and corporate planning, policy and financial management, and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders and partners.

Jon White is an extremely experienced Police Executive and senior management executive with over 35 years experience in the New Zealand Police force. With 13 years experience at the executive level, Jon has a solid track record of strategic leadership, change management and business management across portfolios including Human Resources, Counter Terrorism, Community Policing and National Security. Having been responsible for leading a refreshed approach to community policing in the New Zealand Police Force, Jon possesses the requisite experience in emphasising partnerships, community participation and problem solving that will ensure that ANZPAA achieves its mission of developing and promoting strategic policing initiatives that enhance community safety.

Professor Stephen Dinham is the new Director, Learning and Teaching / Chair of Teacher Education at The University of Melbourne.

The University of Melbourne's Melbourne Graduate School of Education (MGSE) is at the forefront of innovation in education, working with partners in schools, early childhood settings, communities, government and beyond, constantly seeking new and improved ways to support Australia's education system. The Melbourne Graduate School of Education is arguably the leading research school of education in Australia. Home to a number of internationally renowned experts, the impact of their research can be seen locally and internationally, in classroom practice, education policy and social institutions. The Melbourne Research Institute (MERI), which oversees all MGSE research activities, fosters research of genuine international significance and strengthens the nexus between research and teaching in the MGSE.

Professor Stephen Dinham is the new Director, Learning and Teaching/Chair of Teacher Education at The University of Melbourne, and will oversee the review and development of all coursework programs in the MGSE. He will have a particular responsibility for the further refinement of the professional-entry Master of Teaching program, to maintain and enhance its reputation both nationally and internationally. Professor Dinham will also be accountable for the improvement of the perceived quality of the programs, will lead continuous improvement in each program and will develop strong relationships with schools and with government and the other educational sectors.

Previously the Research Director, Teaching, Learning and Leadership at the Australian Council for Education Research (ACER), Professor Dinham has also held senior Professorial roles at the University of Western Sydney, the University of New England and the University of Wollongong during an extensive career spanning over 30 years. He has conducted a wide range of research projects in the areas of educational leadership and change, effective pedagogy/quality teaching, student achievement, postgraduate supervision, professional teaching standards and teachers' professional development. Since 1989, Professor Dinham has won more than 60 grants totalling almost $4,000,000 and he also has an extensive publication record (more than 260 publications) of books, book chapters, refereed journal articles, and articles in professional journals.

Professor Dinham will bring to the role of Director Learning and Teaching a strong track record in leading teacher education programs and educational reforms and will bring a highly philosophical and strong evidence-based approach and a focus on the quality of teaching supported by effective leadership.

John Papatheohari is the new General Manager, HealthSMART Services at the Victorian Department of Health.

The Victorian Department of Health's objective is to enhance and protect the health and wellbeing of all Victorians. They work with the community to provide better access to health, aged care and mental health and drug services. They do this through managing the public hospital system, developing health infrastructure in rural and metropolitan Victoria, pursuing opportunities for partnership with the primary care sector and other governments, public health interventions, and implementing major health initiatives such as the Victorian Cancer Action Plan. They also encourage Victorians to improve their health through preventative health initiatives and education programs. HealthSMART is a six-year funded $360M technology program operating across the public healthcare sector. It aims to upgrade outdated technology systems and provide a platform for a shared service technology model across healthcare providers in Victoria.

John Papatheohari has been appointed as the new General Manager, HealthSMART Services at the Department of Health, and will provide commercial leadership and management across the delivery of its technology model across healthcare organisations. He will manage and maintain the new systems delivered through the program, which is the largest public sector IT undertaking in Australia, providing a whole of health ICT to 40 clients and 140,000 users.

Previously the Vietnam Global Business Services (GBS) leader at IBM Global Services, John has 25 years experience in the IT Shared Services environment managing and working with all elements of negotiations and delivery. John has a strong track record of implementing strong governance and processes, extensive client services delivery experience and demonstrated strong skills in building culturally diverse teams and units with high staff retention. As a highly experienced and highly capable IT professional with more than 17 years experience in senior management positions, John will undoubtedly enable HealthSMART to contribute to the creation of efficiency and collaboration for the Victorian health service.

Vince Haining is the new Chief Executive Officer at Maribyrnong City Council.

The City of Maribyrnong is an inner-western municipality of approximately 31 square kilometres in area. It comprises the suburbs of Footscray, Kingsville, Seddon, West Footscray, Maidstone, Tottenham, Yarraville, Braybrook and Maribyrnong. The municipality itself is a dynamic gateway to the Western Region with its close proximity to ports, rail freight terminals, airports and major highways. It provides easy access to all the benefits of Melbourne such as the Docklands and an extensive public transport system. The City of Maribyrnong is a place of diversity, opportunities and challenges. The level and type of development that has occurred over the last ten years, and likely to continue for the next ten to twenty years, is unique to inner Melbourne.

Vince Haining is the new CEO of Maribyrnong City Council, and will lead the organisation and its community into the next stage of cultural and social evolution, during a period of key transport and infrastructure development. Responding to the community's increasing expectations of services, Vince will actively pursue strategic partnerships with industry and key local institutions which will promote the City and create new amenities.

Previously the General Manager Infrastructure Services at Maribyrnong City Council, Vince has extensive Local Government expertise and has built strong relationships within Government, having held senior executive positions at both Boroondara City Council and Melbourne City Council over a 14 year period prior to commencing at Maribyrnong. Demonstrating a vision for where the Council is heading and a passion for the community, Vince possesses all the requisite skills to develop strong relationships with stakeholders, to improve Maribyrnong's community services, reduce their asset gap and keep the city's financial plan on track.

Emma Cassar is the new Chief Executive Officer at Open Family Australia.

Open Family Australia (OFA) is a community organisation that has been working with street children since 1978. They exist as an independent, not-for-profit organisation whose missions is to improve the well being and self worth of alienated and excluded street children through unconditional support, with a view to reconnecting them with the community. Through OFA's expertise and proven methodology they go to where young people are, searching in hot spots such as railway stations, shopping centres, rooming houses and squats. They engage with young people to link them to services which can help them reconnect back into a supportive environment and a healthy community. This could include crisis support and services such as housing, health, drug and alcohol programs, family counselling, legal services, re-engagement back into school, and assisting young people to find suitable work.

Emma Cassar has recently been appointed as OFA's new Chief Executive Officer, and will provide expert strategic advice on operational and policy matters to the Board, deepen relationships with government, health, community and corporate agencies, ensure ongoing staff development which is both meaningful and progressive, and maintain a strong public profile for the organisation.

Emma Cassar is an inspirational leader and in 2009 was winner of the Victorian Telstra Business Women's award, as well as the National Young Business Woman of the Year. Prior to joining Open Family Australia, Emma had carved out a successful career within the Corrections / Prisons / Justice sector. Previously, Emma was the General Manager across 11 public & 2 private prisons throughout Victoria, and placed a particular emphasis on equipping inmates with not only life skills but skills which could help them transition back into society. Having previously demonstrated a tenacious attitude to improving the lives and work of inmates and prison officers, Emma has a well developed capacity for contemporary leadership which will help propel Open Family Australia into its next phase of evolutionary growth.

Frank Gannon is the new Director at the Queensland Institute of Medical Research (QIMR).

QIMR was established by the Queensland Government in 1945 and is now one of the largest medical research institutes in the southern hemisphere. Over 700 scientists, students and support staff in five research divisions currently work at QIMR. In addition to its research activities in the areas of Infectious Diseases, Immunology, Cancer & Cell Biology, Genetics & Population Health and Mental Health, the Institute has an active program for patenting and commercialising technologies together with facilities for the manufacture of cell-based therapies. QIMR is in a period of significant growth with the construction of a new 13 floor research facility, the Smart State Medical Research Centre, due for completion in 2012. This $180 million project will accommodate twenty new research laboratories and attract an additional 400 scientists and students.

Frank Gannon has recently been appointed as QIMR's new Director, and will lead an expert senior team to drive excellence in every aspect of QIMR's operations in line with its mission, vision and philosophy. Frank will provide the focus, energy and inspiration required to lead the Institute through the next phase of its development to further enhance its research and innovation profile.

Frank Gannon is a highly skilled and visionary leader who possesses a wealth of experience leading highly reputable scientific organisations and a strong personal research track record. Most recently, he was the Director General of the Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) which was established to administer Ireland's €1.4 billion Technology Foresight Fund, with the aim of building and strengthening scientific and engineering research in the areas of greatest strategic value to Ireland's long-term development. Demonstrating extensive experience leading large scientific entities, including during periods of change and significant growth, Frank Gannon is ideally placed to lead QIMR as it builds on its formidable reputation for world-class medical and translational research.

Karen Symes is the new Chief Information Officer at the Guild Group.

For more than 40 years, the Guild Group has developed an outstanding reputation in pharmacy for delivering tailored insurance and business solutions and a consistently high level of service to its clients. Working in close partnership with their owners, The Pharmacy Guild of Australia, the Guild Groups operates as a separate commercial business with an ever expanding range of products and services available. Demand for additional services, much of this driven by existing clients, has seen the Guild Group undergo significant growth over recent years. Their range of services now extends far beyond just Business and Professional Indemnity Insurance, and the organisation is proud to provide products and services that support the business and personal needs of pharmacists.

Karen Symes has been appointed as the new Chief Information Officer at the Guild Group, and as a key member of the Guild Group's Executive Team, will oversee and manage the provision of IT services for the organisation, and developing and implementing IT policies and initiatives in line with strategic business growth strategies and objectives.

Previously the Head of Business Systems & Technology at Equity Trustees, Karen possesses a strong IT infrastructure and financial services background, and has a proven track record in building contemporary, resourceful and disciplined technology from scratch including CRM, cross-sell enablement, enterprise wide core systems linkages, VOIP, ECM and business process management. She is also very strong on people leadership, having developed her leadership skills whilst on the talent program at ANZ. With the Guild Group poised for significant growth over the next three years, Karen displays the requisite IT and people skills required to implement streamlined systems and new technologies to support the organisation’s exciting strategic directions.

Sharon McGowan is the new Executive Director Communications & Community Relations at Melbourne Health.

Melbourne Health is a leading health care provider in Victoria, providing comprehensive acute, sub-acute, and general, specialist medical and surgical, and mental health services through both inpatient and community based facilities. With an annual budget in excess of $780 million and over 8,500 staff, Melbourne Health is Victoria's second largest public health service, and operates the following services: The Royal Melbourne Hospital - City Campus, The Royal Melbourne Hospital - Royal Park Campus, NorthWestern Mental Health, North West Dialysis Service, Victorian Infectious Diseases Reference Laboratory and Support Services.

Sharon McGowan is the new Executive Director Communications & Community Relations at Melbourne Health, and will be responsible for the development and implementation of fundraising, public relations, media strategy, marketing, communication, community engagement and participation strategies in this complex multi-stakeholder, multi-layered environment.

Sharon is a dynamic leader with an impressive mix of management and communications skills in health care provision, developed both in Australian and in the UK. Previously the Deputy Chief Executive Officer at Benetas, Sharon has a proven track record in translating complex issues and messages into clear and concise communications that connect well with target markets, and excels in working at a strategic level. Having developed extensive experience which is complementary to the demands of this prestigious Melbourne Health communications role, this position is a great match for Sharon's values systems, providing her with the opportunity to add value and make a positive difference to the Melbourne Health community.

Peter Harrison is the new Deputy Chief Executive Officer & Executive Director at Chisholm Institute of TAFE.

Chisholm Institute is a thriving Technical and Further Education Institute with a focus on servicing the major growth corridor of south eastern Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula and Bass Coast through six campuses and a number of outreach centres. The Institute offers more than 500 courses in over 70 study areas, and works closely with industry to support workforce development in enterprises and to remain abreast of current industry practice. Chisholm's consulting and training services are targeted to the needs of individual workplaces, utilising a range of flexible and responsive approaches. Chisholm has a proud history of delivering technical training in the south east of Melbourne.

Peter Harrison is the new Deputy Chief Executive Officer & Executive Director at Chisholm Institute of TAFE, with the responsibility for promoting and supporting innovation and quality in Chisholm's educational delivery, supporting the development of an organisational culture which is driven by a responsiveness to change and continuous improvement, and promoting the overall growth of the Institute's training services, ensuring that the training offered addresses individual and industry requirements.

Having previously been at Kangan Batman TAFE for 13 years, Peter has recently been focusing on the development and implementation of Skills Victoria's ministerial reforms through a whole-of-organisation change management process, as well as management and administration of the Skills Victoria's Performance Agreement. Also possessing experience in customer relations; marketing, business development, learning, research and design, library and learning centre, student records, children's services; and information systems, Peter is a highly strategic and commercial educational leader, who possesses a strong passion for the TAFE mission. Peter's appointment will have an undoubtedly positive impact on Chisholm's future strategic direction.

Other new exciting appointments at Melbourne Health.

Melbourne Health is a leading health care provider in Victoria, providing comprehensive acute, sub-acute, and general, specialist medical and surgical, and mental health services through both inpatient and community based facilities. With an annual budget in excess of $780 million and over 8,500 staff, Melbourne Health is Victoria-s second largest public health service. Melbourne Health operates the following services: The Royal Melbourne Hospital - City Campus, The Royal Melbourne Hospital - Royal Park Campus, NorthWestern Mental Health, North West Dialysis Service, Victorian Infectious Diseases Reference Laboratory and Support Services.

Helen Matthews is the new Director of Pharmacy at Melbourne Health.

Helen Matthews has been appointed as the new Director of Pharmacy at Melbourne Health, and will play a key strategic role in leading the future direction of Pharmacy Services and the Pharmacy Team, with a focus on best practice service development, quality, education and research across Melbourne Health.

Helen is a highly experienced and engaging health professional with extensive leadership experience in pharmacy, having previously been the Chief Pharmacist at St Vincent's Hospital in Melbourne for sixteen years. Having held pharmacy management positions in some of Melbourne's leading teaching hospitals, Helen has obtained extensive experience in pharmacy service management, change management, patient care models and strategic planning, and through her appointment will ensure the ongoing delivery of high quality accessible and customer-focused pharmacy services at Melbourne Health.

Karen Clark is the new Co-Divisional Director Nursing and Operations – Emergency Services, ICU, Imaging & Ambulatory Care at Melbourne Health.

Karen Clark has been appointed as the new Co-Divisional Director Nursing and Operations - Emergency Services, ICU, Imaging & Ambulatory Care at Melbourne Health, and will provide strategic leadership and operational management to the Shared Services Division which includes Emergency Services, ICU, Imaging and Ambulatory Care across Melbourne Health to ensure the ongoing delivery of high quality clinical and clinical support services.

Previously the Director of Nursing and Hospital Manager at Mercy Health, Karen has extensive nursing and leadership experience and has held Director of Nursing roles for the past eight years. During her career, she has demonstrated extensive experience in implementing strategic and business requirements, providing operational leadership and directing and controlling the provision of nursing and other hospital services to ensure the maintenance of high quality patient care. With outstanding communications, strategic and operational skills, Karen will undoubtedly contribute to the achievement of Melbourne Health's strategic and business plans and work closely with key stakeholders to achieve strategic, operational and financial performance targets.

Kathy Quade is the new Co-Divisional Director Nursing and Operations - Cancer and Infectious Medicine Services at Melbourne Health.

Kathy Quade has been appointed as the new Co-Divisional Director Nursing and Operations - Cancer and Infectious Medicine Services at Melbourne Health. In this newly-created role, Kathy will provide strategic leadership and operational management to the Cancer and Infection Medicine Services Division's nursing workforce across Melbourne Health to ensure the delivery of high quality clinical and clinical support services.

Previously a Nurse Unit Manager and Acting Co-Divisional Director of Medicine, Emergency and Hospital in the Home at Melbourne Health, Kathy is strong on values-based people management and leadership, and has a very positive approach to her work. Advocating a leadership style which places a strong emphasis on open and honest communications, Kathy demonstrates the ability to lead Melbourne Health's Cancer and Infectious Medicine Services nursing workforce as it continually strives to provide best-practice service delivery in the areas of cancer and infectious medicine patient care.

Dr Susannah A'Hern is the new Medical Director at the Postgraduate Medical Council of Victoria (PMCV).

Since its formation in 1999, the Postgraduate Medical Council of Victoria has been actively seeking ways to improve the educational and training opportunities available to support the welfare and career development of doctors who have recently graduated or commenced work in the Victorian health system. Through their work, PMCV aspires to promote safe, high quality and accessible healthcare and a sustainable, highly motivated and effective medical workforce.

Dr Susannah A'Hern has been appointed as the new Medical Director at the PMCV, and will work closely with the Board, the Chair of Committee and the Executive Officer to advance the profile of the PMCV; develop strategic relationships with universities, hospitals, other medical training facilities and relevant national bodies, undertake accreditation of training places and oversee the Victorian Computer Matching Service.

Previously the Director Medical Services with Alfred Health, with responsibilities for postgraduate medical education and training and assistance in medical workforce management, Dr A'Hern has extensive knowledge of the current workforce and training issues of prevocational doctors, and demonstrates experience in establishing and overseeing hospital based workforce and training initiatives. She is strongly committed to the vision, mission and values of the PMCV, and possesses a passionate interest in providing outstanding training and support to the next generation of medical professionals.

Beige Pureau is the new Manager Marketing & Communications at the City of Stonnington.

Located in Melbourne's inner east, the City of Stonnington takes in the suburbs of Prahran, Windsor, South Yarra, Toorak, Armadale, Malvern, Malvern East, Glen Iris and Kooyong, and has an economically and culturally diverse population of approximately 90,000 people. The City of Stonnington is proud of its workforce and recognises the strengths this provides in meeting the needs of the community it serves. It is committed to providing a workplace where employees are valued and respected and free from all forms of discrimination and harassment.

Beige Pureau is the new Manager Marketing & Communications at the City of Stonnington, and will be responsible for the development and implementation of marketing and communications for the organisation including corporate publications, marketing, corporate branding, website development, engaging internal communications channels, speech writing, advocacy, and issues management.

Beige brings a wide portfolio of highly relevant skills and experience to the role at City of Stonnington. For the past 16 years she has worked in marketing, public relations and communications across a wide range of councils, and was most recently the Manager Communications and Marketing at Manningham City Council. Having also managed the communications, PR and marketing teams at the City of Whitehorse, City of Yarra and Frankston Councils, Beige has developed an approach to marketing communications which is steeped in well considered strategic thinking with a focus on successful outcomes. With a proven ability to be able to plan effective communication programs that strongly connect with the community, Beige possesses all the experience necessary to strategically position the City of Stonnington as an industry leader and strong community advocate.

Francesca Trimboli is the new Manager Marketing & Communications at the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital.

The Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital is a leading hospital in eye, ear, nose and throat services. The Hospital undertakes half of Victoria's public general eye surgery, up to 90% of special eye surgery, and all of Victoria's public cochlear implant surgery. Annually, the Hospital provides over 220,000 occasions of service to patients ranging from medical and allied health outpatient clinics, to emergency and inpatient admissions.

Francesca Trimboli is the new Manager Marketing & Communications at the Royal Victoria Eye and Ear Hospital and will have the key strategic responsibility for developing new marketing, branding and communications plans designed to significantly raise the public profile and fundraising capabilities of this world leader in eye and ear healthcare.

Formerly the Marketing Manager at Australia on Collins, Francesca is highly strategic and strong on social marketing and analytics and she also has a strong creative bent. A very capable, positive, and engaging Marcomms professional, she has had a diverse array of career experience in high profile sporting, events and arts organisations, mainly in the not-for-profit sector. Possessing strong experience in branding, marketing, profile raising, communications and media management, Francesca is ideally positioned to raise the profile of this world-leading organisation.

Taryn Rulton is the new Financial Controller at Victoria Police.

Victoria Police contributes to a high quality of life for individuals in the community by ensuring a safe and secure society and underpins the economic, social and cultural wellbeing of Victorians. Since Victoria Police first began providing policing services in 1853, its role has expanded from one focused primarily on law enforcement, to one of community assistance, guidance and leadership. Their mission is to provide a safe, secure and orderly society by serving the community and the law. Victoria Police is a large organisation employing over 14,000 people, including Police, Public Servants and Protective Security Officers, serving a population in excess of 5 million.

Taryn Rulton has been appointed as the new Financial Controller at Victoria Police, and in a key leadership position, will play an educative role in enhancing the organisation's focus on financial accountability and return on Victoria's investment in policing. Managing Victoria Police's $1.8B budget, Taryn will deliver high-level advice on budget management, forecasting, financial systems, risk, taxation compliance, customer-focused business reporting, financial analysis and the overall financial health of the organisation.

Previously the Assistant Director, Fiscal Strategy (Budget and Financial Management Division) at the Victorian Department of Treasury and Finance, Taryn is highly articulate and commercially oriented in her approach to business process improvement, customer orientation, stakeholder management and leadership modelling. A highly professional and confident executive, Taryn demonstrates the financial experience and people skills necessary to take Victoria Police's financial development and to the next level.

Darryn Paspa is the new Manager Procurement and Contracts at Kingston City Council.

The City of Kingston is one of Melbourne's largest local Councils, developing the careers of over 1,300 staff through a diverse and dynamic range of roles. Only 15 minutes from Melbourne’s CBD, Kingston offers a vibrant and engaging lifestyle. Its 135,000 residents and staff enjoy 13kms of beach frontage, quality residential living, boutique strip shopping, bike tracks and prestigious schools. Kingston's diversity - with its wetlands, foreshore, open spaces and industrial areas - offers lifestyle choices and work variety.

Darryn Paspa is the new Manager Procurement and Contracts at Kingston City Council, a newly-created key leadership position, and will be responsible for providing systems, processes and specialist advice to the organisation on procurement and contracts, probity services, tendering and purchasing compliance and reporting.

Previously the Manager Contracts and Procurement at the City of Casey, Darryn has some excellent career breadth and experience brought from the local government, defence and health sectors. Possessing an engaging, collaborative and positive leadership style, Darryn is a highly knowledgeable and experienced professional with an entire career spent in contract and procurement. With a passion for highly ethical governance and probity procedures, Darryn has the requisite experience needed to build cultural change and facilitate organisational learning at the City of Kingston.

Chris Lo Piccolo is the new Manager City Works at Darebin City Council.

Darebin is home to one of the largest, most diverse communities anywhere in Victoria in terms of cultures, language (more than 118 languages are spoken), religions, socio-economic background, employment status, occupation, and housing needs. The Council actively represents the community's diversity and aim to create an inclusive work environment that values the contribution of all employees and treats all employees with dignity and respect.

Chris Lo Piccolo is the new Manager City Works at Darebin City Council and will be responsible for the efficient and cost effective operation of several critical council services, including environmental operations, resource recovery, roads infrastructure and fleet services.

Formerly the Manager Infrastructure Services at Boroondara City Council, Chris is a committed and professional local government manager who is highly orientated towards customer service, problem solving, business process improvements and providing best-practice infrastructure services for his constituents. With a history of running efficient quality service levels and possessing an appetite for change and improvement, Chris will help drive the ongoing development of infrastructure services and city works for the City of Darebin.

Brendan Walsh is the new Manager Engineering Operations at Surf Coast Shire Council.

Under the leadership of CEO Mark Davies (our successful candidate from 2008), and with a strategic and energetic Council, the Surf Coast Shire is one of the most exciting local government organisations in Australia. The Surf Coast Shire is among the fastest growing regional municipalities in Victoria (av.3.06% annually for past 15 years) and with its spectacular coastline, scenic rainforests and magnificent beaches, is one of the tourist draw cards of Australia.

Brendan Walsh is the new Manager Engineering Operations at Surf Coast Shire Council, and will be responsible for providing leadership to a multi disciplined department (including busy Civil Works and Parks & Open Space units), delivering best practice infrastructure construction and maintenance for the community, managing annual budgets and contracts, and leading departmental planning and development.

Formerly the Interface Manager at Transurban Group, Brendan developed a broad and thorough experience in engineering and infrastructure management during his long tenure with Transurban. During his career he has been exposed to the management of the majority of civil engineering areas and brings best commercial practice knowledge from the private sector, as well as significant community experience and stakeholder management expertise. As a strong communicator with a proven ability to foster positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, Brendan is well positioned to ensure the exceptional delivery of Surf Coast Shire Council's infrastructure maintenance program during this time of unprecedented growth for the area.

Liz Walker is the new Chief Executive Officer at Lort Smith Animal Hospital.

Established in 1935, Lort Smith Animal Hospital is one of the largest Animal Hospitals in the world, providing quality care for over 100,000 lost, abandoned, mistreated and sick animals every year. With a large team of 26 dedicated and caring full time vets providing high quality veterinary care, the organisation also cares for stray and unwanted animals in its dedicated cattery and kennels, and reunites or re-homes thousands of cats and dogs each year. The most recent addition to the hospital, the wildlife and exotic pet unit, also provides care and expertise and promotes interest and further education in the captive care of these special creatures.

Liz Walker is the new Chief Executive Officer at the Lort Smith Animal Hospital, and will lead a dynamic team to drive excellence in every aspect of the organisation's financial, operational, marketing, fundraising and promotional delivery, and bring Lort Smith Animal Hospital through to the next stage of significant growth.

Previously the General Manager - Veterinary Pathology at Gribbles Veterinary Pathology, Liz Walker is a practical and pragmatic executive with a demonstrated passion for animals. A vet by origin, she has a strong pathology background, and possesses robust business management, strategic planning, financial management and marketing experience. As a leader who engenders tremendous loyalty amongst her staff and demonstrating an ability to build relationships based on trust and respect, Liz is an outstanding addition to the Lort Smith Animal Hospital Executive, and will ensure that the organisation develops beneficial partnerships within Victoria and Australia, whilst maintaining a strong public profile and strengthening relationships with government, corporate agencies and the wider community.

Mark Darmody is the new Chief Financial Officer at the Victorian Department of Health.

The Victorian Department of Health's objective is to enhance and protect the health and wellbeing of all Victorians. They work with the community to provide better access to health, aged care and mental health and drug services. They do this through managing the public hospital system, developing health infrastructure in rural and metropolitan Victoria, pursuing opportunities for partnership with the primary care sector and other governments, public health interventions, and implementing major health initiatives such as the Victorian Cancer Action Plan. They also encourage Victorians to improve their health through preventative health initiatives and education programs.

Mark Darmody is the new Chief Financial Officer at the Victorian Department of Health, having commenced in May of this year, and is responsible for budget management and funding, finance policy and operations, financial policy and shared services coordination. Mark will drive the financial direction of the Department, and provide expert advice on the department's financial performance and key issues to the Minister, the Secretary, senior management, hospital CEOs/CFOs, central agencies, interstate departments, Commonwealth, ATO and the Auditor-General's office.

Mark Darmody is a highly capable finance executive with over ten years experience in a variety of roles with the Victoria Department of Human Services (DHS). Previously the Director Finance and Business Services, Mark has extensive experience in government processes and financial reform principles in the public sector, is well-versed in corporate service delivery culture and has had considerable experience working within a multi-disciplinary workforce. Having previously managed billion-dollar budgets and with extensive experience reporting to and advising senior stakeholders on program delivery, budget and accounting matters, Mark will ensure the ongoing financial strength and development of this vital state department.

Bruce Clarke is the new Executive Director Finance and Corporate Services at Western Health.

Western Health was formed in July 2000 and is the major public provider of acute health services throughout Western Metropolitan Melbourne. They provide a range of health services including emergency, elective, medical, surgical, obstetrics, paediatrics, community-based rehabilitation, acute geriatric medicine and subacute services from three acute hospital campuses - Western Hospital, Sunshine Hospital and The Williamstown Hospital. Employing approximately 5000 staff, Western Health's catchment extends from Footscray and out to the growth corridors of Caroline Springs and Melton, up to Sunbury and down to Werribee. It numbers approximately 690,000 people and is growing at 4% per annum.

Bruce Clarke commenced as the new Executive Director Finance and Corporate Services at Western Health in May of this year, and as a key member of the Executive team, is responsible for the operational management of the finance and corporate services portfolio, which includes the quality and continuous improvement of finance, assets and infrastructure and the commercial contracts and relationships functions.

Previously at Nylex as their General Manager - Strategy & Risk, Bruce Clarke is a senior strategy and risk management professional with proven experience in strategic planning, treasury management and risk management. As a confident and highly talented professional, Bruce possesses the diverse and wide range of experiences that will ensure Western Health's financial development and stability as it moves into its next phase of high-level organisational growth.

Michael Cudmore is the new Manager Load Planning at La Trobe University.

Since its establishment in 1964, La Trobe University has become an internationally recognised leader in tertiary education and training, with strong research and teaching programs and student exchange networks across more than 40 countries. It is committed to providing undergraduate and postgraduate teaching of the highest quality, supported by an outstanding research profile.

Michael Cudmore is the new Manager Load Planning at La Trobe University, with the responsibility for developing, managing and implementing La Trobe University's student load model and associated policy and procedures and providing strategic input into load planning across the University.

Previously the Manager Projects & Planning at the Deakin University Planning Unit, Michael has developed extensive career experience in the areas of enrolment planning, resource allocation, income forecasting, Commonwealth grant and tuition fee pricing. With demonstrated experience in achieving best practice management of student load and resource allocation, Michael is well-placed to develop and establish a load planning function that will support La Trobe University in achieving its strategic goals.