September 2, 2025Northern Health’s newest board members were on tour last week, visiting facilities across the network to gain firsthand insight into the organisation’s diverse services and exceptional care.
The comprehensive tour took the new board members to four key sites, providing them with direct exposure to the breadth of services Northern Health delivers to the community.
At Bundoora Centre, board members visited Aged Care Mental Health, Community Therapy services and participated in morning tea with staff and residents at Ian Brand Residential Aged Care. This visit provided valuable insight into Northern Health’s community-based services and residential care programs.
At Broadmeadows Hospital we focused on visited the Surgical Centre, where board members learned about recent same-day surgery improvements that have enhanced patient outcomes and operational efficiency. They also visited the Mental Health BIPU, showcasing facility upgrades and the recently enhanced therapeutic gardens that support patient wellbeing.
At Craigieburn Community Hospital, the board members toured the impressive new facility, witnessing firsthand Northern Health’s commitment to growth and expansion in response to community needs. The visit highlighted the modern infrastructure and capabilities that define the new addition to the network.
The final stop at Kilmore District Hospital showcased the organisation’s heritage in care in the outer northern. With board members visiting maternity, urgent care, and inpatient services housed and the beautiful heritage-listed bluestone building. The timing coincided with the exciting EMR Go Live implementation, demonstrating Northern Health’s commitment to modernised health care and systems.
“It was fantastic to showcase the breadth and quality of services across our network to our new board members, particularly the excellent work happening at Bundoora,” shared Johanna Hayes, Divisional Director.
The comprehensive tour program ensures board members understand the full scope of Northern Health’s operations and the dedicated staff who deliver care across the network.
Featured image L-R: Dr Michael Walsh, Board Director, Debra Bourne, Chief Executive, Adjunct Professor Alan Lilly, Board Chair, Christina Campbell, Director of Nursing/Site Operations Director, Kilmore District Hospital, and Nirasha Parsotam, Board Director, at Kilmore District Hospital.
