Our People
Board of Directors
Our Board of Directors operates within Banksia’s Constitution and Board Charter, which lay the foundation of a culture of excellence. The Board articulates Banksia’s values and the responsibilities of the leadership group in setting the company’s strategic direction and monitoring its performance. Elected from within the company’s membership, the Directors are highly qualified and dedicated, bringing extensive professional and business experience and community leadership to the company.
Rosemary Butt, Chair of the Board, Chair of the Planning and Development Committee and Chair of the Remuneration and Nominations Committee
Now retired from the University of Canberra where she was an Assistant Professor in the faculty of Education, Science, Technology and Mathematics, Rosemary joined the board in July 2016. After completing a PhD examining the roles, qualifications, skills and training requirements of Teacher Assistants in mainstream schools, international journals have published articles based on her research. As part of the Business Improvement Grant secured by Banksia this year, Rosemary completed the Australian Institute of Company Director’s course on Governance and is now a graduate of the AICD. Rosemary is involved with the Broulee Surfers Surf Life Saving Club in an administrative capacity and has been on the committee organising the Bay to Breakers swim since its inception over 10 years ago.
Andrew Ball, Director and Chair of the Consumer Engagement Committee
Andrew has been a denominational leader for the last 18 years as well as serving on several boards as a director.
He has strong strategic and organisational experience in Aged Care and Retirement living with undergraduate qualifications in Science and a post-grad doctorate in Systems theory, spirituality and ministry. He is currently working on a book on not-for-profit leadership and governance and serves senior leaders across Australia as both a mentor and professional supervisor.
Andrew is married to Wendy and enjoys time connecting with their three young adults and exploring the beautiful South coast.
Craig Hamer, Director
Craig is a health service executive with significant leadership and management experience in the health and aged care sectors. Craig has a Bachelor of Health Administration (BHA) from UNSW and is the General Manager, Shoalhaven Hospital Group. Joining Banksia’s Board in May 2019, Craig is a Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and has board experience with SE NSW Primary Health Care Network, Coordinare, and Meaningful Ageing Australia. Craig has enjoyed living in the Eurobodalla region for over 35 years.
Phil Armstrong, Director
Now semi-retired following nineteen years working in Aged Care and Retirement Living, Phil spent sixteen years as the Chief Executive Officer of Banksia Villages Ltd and has over twenty five years of experience on not for profit Boards.
This includes over twenty years on a number of Boards within the Campbell Page Group of Companies including two UK based subsidiaries, ten years on the Board of Aged and Community Services Assoc. NSW & ACT and three years on the Board of Australian Rotary Health.
Phil is a current Board member of Eurobodalla Meals on Wheels and is on the Management Committee of Queanbeyan Meals on Wheels. He also served as the District Governor for Rotary International District 9710 in the 2012/13 Rotary year. Phil has lived in the Eurobodalla for over thirty years.
Damien Louttit, Director
Damien is a Graduate of Sydney University, graduating with a Bachelor of Pharmacy, and was registered as a Pharmacist in 1995. As a resident in Eurobodalla since 1998, Damien was employed as Clinical Pharmacist in Eurobodalla Community Pharmacies and Moruya and Batemans Bay District Hospitals during this time.
Damien is currently the proprietor of Broulee Beach Pharmacy and a Member of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia.
Marilyn Beaumont OAM, Director and Chair of the Care Governance Committee
With a general and psychiatric nursing background Marilyn’s career spans many States and national health service provision, policy advocacy, health workforce representation and governance. Born in Canberra, Marilyn’s move in 2021 from regional Victoria to Eurobodalla brings her closer to family.
Marilyn has a long history of Board participation including Health Insurance Commission, HESTA, Australian Nursing Council, Hanover Welfare Services to the Homeless and the Australian Women’s Health Network. In addition, she has over 20 years’ experience in health services which include aged care services, on Melbourne Health, Northern Health and Bendigo Health Boards.
Marilyn’s work has included being
• State Secretary, Australian Nursing Federation South Australian Branch, 1982 to 1987,
• Federal Secretary, Australian Nursing Federation between 1987 and 1995, and
• Executive Director, Women’s Health Victoria, a statewide women’s health promotion and advocacy service between 1995 and 2010,
She continues to provide executive coaching as a private consultant.
Marilyn received the Australian Centenary of Federation medal in 2001, was inducted to the Victorian Honour Roll of Women in 2007 and was awarded an Order of Australia Medal in 2017 for her significant contribution to community in particular, to women’s health.
Neil Dolphin, Director and Chair of the Finance, Audit and Risk Management Committee
Neil is a highly experienced public accountant, with over 20 years’ experience in investment banking and the financial services sector. Neil is currently the principal and a director of BSC Accountants, an accountancy practice located in Broulee, which he established in 2011 and has been expanding ever since. Prior to this Neil worked for 10 years in investment banking in London and Melbourne. Neil holds an undergraduate degree in Economics and a Masters in Professional Accounting.
Sally Druhan, Director
Sally is a senior public servant and as Chief Finance Officer leads the finance function for the Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development directorate of ACT Government. Her portfolio is responsible for strategic advice, establishment of effective financial management controls, financial reporting and budget management. Prior to joining ACT Government, Sally worked in a number of senior roles across Defence and the Australian Taxation Office focussing on service delivery, risk management, budget management and financial reporting. Sally also has experience working in the private sector in commercial and financial management roles.
Sally holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the Australian National University and a Graduate Diploma in Management from the Australian Graduate School of Management. Sally is a Fellow of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand and is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
Executive team
Chief Executive Officer and Company Secretary – Graham Wise
Graham has been CEO at Banksia Village for nine years and was appointed Company Secretary in January 2017. With over 20 years’ experience as a CEO in the not-for-profit sector, Graham has brought significant knowledge and leadership experience to Banksia. Graham holds a Master of Business Administration from University of Canberra and a Post-Graduate Diploma in Applied Corporate Governance from the Governance Institute of Australia. He is also a certified Chartered Secretary, professional member of the Australian Human Resources Institute (CAHRI) and a Fellow of the Governance Institute of Australia (FGIA).
Project Manager – Elizabeth Paterson-Finlay RN
Elizabeth (Liz) joined Banksia in November 2019, in the newly established role of Project Manager. A highly effective leader with over 20 years’ experience in management and customer service roles, Liz is a fully qualified Registered Nurse with a Graduate Certificate in Aged Care Nursing, holds a Diploma in Business Management, is a Bachelor of Science Environmental Geology and Master of Science Environmental Technology at the University of London. Liz is passionate about improving the quality of life for older people in aged care settings by ensuring best practice and genuine person centred care, and to achieving sustainability for not for profit organisations through the design and implementation of efficient systems and procedures.
Village Manager – Heidi Pendlebury
Heidi has over 30 years’ administrative and management experience in the client services sector and holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Marketing) from John Curtin University. During her career, Heidi has worked in a number of major capital cities around Australia where she developed keen insights into the principles for delivering the highest levels of customer satisfaction, which she now brings with great passion to her role as Village Manager. Having been born and raised in Moruya, Heidi has an intimate knowledge of the Eurobodalla region and enjoys living locally again with her family.
Maintenance Manager – Mathew Harris
Mat is well known in the local community, having lived in the area for the past 42 years. A skilled carpenter and qualified builder, he is proud to have worked on many building projects, both locally and in the Canberra region. In the past six years, Mat’s commitment to upholding standards led him to collaborate with the NSW police for a period. He was able to transition his expertise from policing into a compliance role with the local council, allowing him to contribute to the community in a different capacity, ensuring that a wide range of legislated regulations were met. In his spare time Mat enjoys surfing, fishing, playing golf and riding motorcycles. He is now relishing his new role at Banksia.
Care Manager – Helen Clarke
Helen joined Banksia Lodge in 2019 in the role of Care Manager. She has worked directly in the aged care sector for over 20 years, as well as in general practice nursing and community nursing. She completed her Bachelor of Nursing (Registered Nurse) at the University of Wollongong in 2010 and holds a Diploma of Management from the Australian College of Commerce and Management. Helen has lived in the Eurobodalla region for over 30 years, and actively volunteers with a number of local community organisations. In addition to her extensive clinical and health administration experience, Helen has a passion for caring for the elderly who believes set the foundations for our lives.
Administration and Domestic Services Manager – Sarah Delaney
Sarah relocated from the Riverina to the Eurobodalla 15 years ago and joined Banksia in 2015. She brings expertise in client contracting and government services and portal navigation. Sarah has responsibility across Banksia Lodge administration, including admissions, front of house and resident contracting and oversees domestic services through Banksia Lodge’s food, cleaning and laundry portfolios. Sarah has a diverse background in finance, retail, customer service and small business management and carries qualifications in Leadership and Management.
Manager Financial Services – Michelle Yang
Michelle has developed extensive financial accounting and management experience over her career, having worked in senior finance roles in a variety of oganisations and sectors. A Master of Professional Accounting, a Bachelor of Management and Certified Practising Accountant, Michelle is passionate about strategic financial analysis, budgeting and forecasting. She is equally passionate about sharing her extensive knowledge with her colleagues to enrich workplace knowledge and efficiency.
Community Care Manager – Charlene Dallimore RN
Charlene is a qualified Registered Nurse, having completed her qualifications at St George Hospital in Sydney and specialising in dementia and aged care nursing. Charlene’s 20+ year career has comprised extensive direct clinical care as a community nurse, working with aged care and other clients through the Department of Veterans’ Affairs. She has also worked in health administration with aged care and community nursing providers. Charlene joined Banksia’s clinical leadership team in 2017 as Banksia Community Care Manager, and oversees our home-based practical and clinical care services for older people throughout the Eurobodalla. This includes developing highly tailored care plans for our clients, working with a range of medical and clinical practitioners, and helping to coordinate additional services from other providers in the community. Charlene embraces opportunities to develop her skills and knowledge, with a strong commitment to continuous professional development.
Human Resources Manager – Nicole de la Rue
Nicole de la Rue is a human resources professional with over 25 years’ experience in HR administration, team leadership and management roles. Her career has spanned both for profit and not for profit sectors in a number of metropolitan and regional centres around Australia. Nicole joined the Banksia team in 2016, and is responsible for organisation wide HR planning and functions. She holds a Diploma of Human Resources from Deakin University, is a member of the Australian Human Resources Institute, and has recently completed post graduate qualifications in human resources.
Senior Care Manager – Stacey Hall
Stacey joined Banksia Community Care in May 2021 in the role of Senior Care Manager. She has over 20 years’ experience in customer service, administration, and management. During a previous role with Services Australia, Stacey predominantly worked with age pension customers, sparking her keen interest in aged care. Stacey then transitioned into the aged care sector, where she has worked in a variety of roles for the past five years, commencing as a care worker and moving into care management. Stacey is striving to enhance the quality of life of Banksia’s home care clients and support them to continue living independently at home. She recently completed a Diploma of Dementia Care and Bachelor of Business management with the University of South Australia.