The Access Health and Community (AccessHC) Board are pleased to announce the expansion of the Community Advisory Committee (CAC), which will now include representation from the Yarra Ranges communities as part of our ongoing integration.

This marks an important step in strengthening our community engagement and members of the CAC reflect the diverse needs of our communities ensuring their voices continue to guide our work.

The Committee welcomes:

• Deanne McKenzie – a member of the Inspiro Community Advisory Group (CAG) since 2018 and current Chair, Deanne is a current member of the Eastern Health Population Health Advisory Committee and is a strong advocate for the Yarra Ranges as a local resident.
• Karen Pomeranz – a long-term member of the Inspiro CAG and Hills resident, Karen is deeply engaged in the community as a member of the Yarra Ranges Council Health and Wellbeing Committee and is passionate about health literacy and consumer involvement in decision-making.
• Abby Juras – a resident of the Yarra Ranges since childhood, Abby brings a strong commitment to the community health sector through her work experience at North Richmond Community Health and has a Masters in Public Health.

We are excited about the opportunities ahead and look forward to working together to support the health and wellbeing needs of our communities.