The Board of Cooinda Benalla comprises of community members who hold skills and experience that provide strong governance across the organisation.
President
Richard Rubira (2015 – current)
B.V.Sc, M.V.S.
Richard is a consultant/subject facilitator, Melbourne University Veterinary Facility, he works with Animal Health Australia and the Australian Federal Government, State Government and Hong Kong Government as a veterinarian. He is also a member of Rotary Benalla.
Chair Finance Committee
Norma Hodgson (2022 – current)
Norma is a qualified Management Accountant, with experience in local government and manufacturing.
She has a strong background in financial management, budgeting, forecasting and audit.
Born in Canada, Norma moved to Benalla in 1999 where she has been involved with various local organisations.
Board Vice Chair / Chair Clinical Governance Committee
Peter Radford (2022 – current)
Peter hopes that his 50 years in medical practice (last 33 in Benalla) will enable him to bring a useful perspective to Cooinda, in particular in the areas of Clinical Governance and in trying to navigate the myriad of government regulations which beset the aged care sector. Peter also serves as President of the Benalla Bridge Club.
Chair Development Committee
Margaret Richards OAM (2020 – current)
Margaret moved to Benalla 25 years ago, prior to and in her retirement she has undertaken voluntary work in many different capacities including establishing a kindergarten and neighbourhood houses. For many years, she has been a telephone counsellor for people in crisis and more recently is a friend of the Benalla Performing Arts and Convention Centre and is a Board member of the Benalla Art Gallery.
Board Member
Margot Sherwill (2022 – current)
Margot has resided in Benalla since 1986. A retired primary school teacher and former Principal, Margot has produced training programs for teachers and authored readers for use in remote schools. Margot is an active volunteer with Rotary and has volunteered overseas training teachers. Margot enjoys spending time with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Vice Board Chair
Liz Lloyd (2022 – current)
Liz has a background in Business Management and Marketing, including within the Health Care industry.
Liz is a keen golfer and member of the Benalla Rotary Club.
Board Member
Mike Smyth (2023 – current)
Mike joins Cooinda with experience in Business Management, including the Health Industry, Finance and Accreditation.
He is the Treasurer and a Committee member of the Benalla Migrant Camp Inc.
Chair Risk & Compliance
Anna Parle (2023 – current)
Anna has a background in Marketing, Communications and Governance and throughout her career has worked with both state and federal governments to develop policies and strategies. Anna is currently on the Benalla Art Gallery Advisory Board and a member of the Bioautism Board of Directors
Cooinda Village Inc