REDHS Board
Emma Millard – Board Chair
Emma joined the Board on 1 July 2022 and from February 2026 has commenced her first term as Chair of the Board. Emma has previously been Chair of REDHS Clinical Governance Committee.
Emma has a strong interest in health service governance, recognising the important role effective governance plays in the delivery of high-quality and safe services that meet the needs of a community. Born and raised in Bendigo, Emma now lives just outside of Bendigo with her husband and young family. She is aware of the challenges that exist for many in accessing health services in regional, and particularly rural areas.
Emma steps into the Chair role at a significant time for REDHS, with the organisation’s new Strategic Plan now in place to guide priorities and strengthen services over the next three years. She looks forward to seeing REDHS’ new strategic plan implemented, ensuring the community continues to benefit from high-quality care delivered locally.
Date appointed to the REDHS Board – 1 July 2022
Qualifications: Bachelor Podiatry, Specialist Certificate in Rural Paediatric Practice, Graduate Certificate in Health Services Management, Certificate in Governance and Risk Management, Australian Institute of Company Directors – Foundations of Directorship Course.
Brad Drust – Deputy Chair
Brad joined the REDHS Board on 1 July 2020 and lives locally in Elmore. He has over 20 years of experience in public sector natural resource management working in both technical and management roles and is passionate about creating public good outcomes. Brad is CEO of the North Central Catchment Management Authority and is also on the Board of Directors for the Elmore, Lockington and Rochester Community Bank and the Elmore Swimming Pool Committee Inc.
Date appointed to the REDHS Board – 1 July 2020
Qualifications: Bachelor of Arts (Geography), Bachelor of Science (Environmental Science) and Master of Business Administration
Chris White
Chris has been on the REDHS Board since 2018, and was REDHS Board chair between 2023 – 2026. Chris continues to Chair REDHS Medical Credentialing and Scope of Practice committee.
A former Rochester local, and with extended family residing in Rochester, Chris continues to have strong connection to the Rochester and Elmore communities.
Chris has held several senior leadership positions over the past 15 years at Bendigo Health, including Business Director – Clinical Operations, Business Director – Psychiatric Services and Non Clinical Divisions; and currently holds the position of Director – Cancer Centre at Bendigo Health.
Date appointed to the REDHS Board – 1 July 2018
Qualifications: Bachelor Business (Economics), Bachelor Computing, Graduate Diploma Business (Management), Graduate Certificate Health Systems Management, FACHSM CHE, CHIA
David Rosaia
David has been on the board since 2017 and is a former Board Chair, concluding his third term as Chair in 2023. With local links to the community David grew up in Elmore and attended schools at both Rochester and Elmore. He enjoys watching all sports, traveling and spending time with his family. With a very strong and enhanced background in clinical/corporate governance, senior leadership and management. David is currently Chief Operating Officer at Bendigo Health.
Date appointed to the REDHS Board – 26 April 2017
Qualifications: RN, Grad Dip (Health Sci), FACHSM, CHE, MACN
Jim Brooks
Jim joined REDHS Board on 1 July 2019. Jim is a lawyer with over 30 years’ experience who managed his own legal practice, regional offices of the National Native Title Tribunal, the Anti-Discrimination Commission, the Cape York Land Council and the national Stolen Children Inquiry. He is an accredited mediation specialist, a farm debt mediator and a member of the Land Court’s mediation panel.
Jim has experience as Chair and member of several Boards and the Thancoupie Scholarship Fund and worked with DJAARA.
Date appointed to the REDHS Board – 1 July 2019
Qualifications: LLB
Anne-Marie Kelly
Anne-Marie joined the Board on 1 July 2023 and since February 2026 is the Chair of REDHS Community and Consumer Advisory Committee. Anne-Marie works as the Senior Health Promotion Manager (Loddon Mallee) at the Centre for Excellence in Rural Sexual Health (CERSH), University of Melbourne and was Strategy, Planning and Analysis Senior Advisor at Bendigo Community Health Services. Anne-Marie lives just outside of Bendigo and has the privilege of working across Victoria, loving the strong sense of community and sense of belonging that comes with rural and regional areas, and can often be found by the river fishing and camping with her partner or hanging with their two dogs.
Anne-Marie is deeply passionate about rural and regional healthcare services, and strongly believes
every individual, regardless of their geographical location deserves equal opportunities to experience positive health and wellbeing. Having a strong interest in strategy and planning, Anne-Marie is honoured to be involved in strategic planning, policy development, and decision-making processes to the improvement of healthcare services for rural Victorians.
Date appointed to the REDHS Board – 1 July 2023
Qualifications: Master of Business Administration, Graduate Certificate of Commerce, Graduate – Australian Institute of Company Directors, Bachelor Health Science
Melissa Silk
Melissa joined the Board on 1 July 2024 and since February 2026 is the Chair of REDHS Clinical Governance Committee. Melissa is the co-founder of Adapted Consulting leadership and personal coaching service. Melissa has over 25 years of experience in the public health sector and has held various management and leadership roles including Manager of Social work; Aboriginal health; Cultural diversity and Interpreting services. Melissa is also on the Board for Women’s Health Loddon Mallee.
Melissa has a strong belief in the importance of accessible health care and supports and has long been a steadfast advocate for ensuring that regional townships have the resources they need to thrive, and is looking forward to collaborating with dedicated health professionals and fellow Board members to strengthen REDHS as a cornerstone of our community’s health and wellbeing.
As a dedicated mother of two and supported by a loving husband, Melissa balance’s family life, work and and active lifestyle, being an avid hiker who finds joy in exploring nature’s beauty, often accompanied by her dear hiking friends.
Date appointed to the REDHS Board – 1 July 2024
Qualifications: Bachelor of Arts (Psychology & Sociology), Bachelor of Social Work, Diploma Business Management, GALLOP Strengths Leadership Coach
Jenna Matthews
Jenna joined the REDHS Board in March 2025 and from February 2026 is the Chair of REDHS Corporate Governance Committee. Jenna, originally from Queensland, has a finance background, working previously in the dairy industry, now lives in Bendigo working at the City of Greater Bendigo as their Team Leader Rates and Revenue.
Jenna is looking forward to being able to use her financial knowledge to help assist and create a positive outlook for the community and their healthcare system.
Date appointed to the REDHS Board – 12 March 2025
Qualifications: BBus (Accounting), GradDipCA
Narelle Lindsay
Narelle, originally from Red Cliffs, also has a finance background, working previously in the water industry. Narelle now resides in Rochester, working as the Head of Service and Business Development at Foodmach.
Narelle, with her local knowledge, understands that regional areas like ours rely so much on local services, and is looking forward to contributing in a meaningful way to the strategic objectives of REDHS ensuring that REDHS services continue to thrive.
Date appointed to the REDHS Board – 12 March 2025
Qualifications: B.Bus (Accounting)
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