Governance

Gippsland Lakes Community Health became a Company Limited by Guarantee under the Corporations Act 2001 on 31 March 2009. The Victorian government legislated to end stand-alone community health services and to replace them with a new type of organisation - a "registered community health service". The activities and purpose of the organisation have not changed. Gippsland Lakes Community Health, as a registered community health centre with the Department of Health, retains its ‘not-for-profit’ status.

The GLCH Board is responsible for defining the organisation's purpose and how it should be developed in the future. It approves the annual budget and business plan. It is responsible for ensuring the systems and processes that direct and control the organisation's operations are in place and working effectively. The Board fosters a culture that allows GLCH to deliver quality health services that are responsive to community needs and in line with its values and purpose.

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Each Board member has a strong connection to the local community and contributes to the service on a voluntary basis. The Board members have a diverse range of skills, expertise and experience in areas such as education, health services, local government, administration and law.