Our Reference group

Established in 2007, our Reference Group facilitates links between the Centre and key stakeholders, meeting three times a year.

JRC Reference Group Committee functions include:

  • Contributing to the development of the research agenda
  • Informing the Centre about workforce development issues, including those relating to research, education and training
  • Disseminating information about the research undertaken by the Centre and providing a conduit in the wider community.
John Richards Centre for Rural Ageing Research Reference Group
NamePosition
Andre CatriceSenior Policy Officer, Chronic Care and Older People Department of Health
Professor Irene BlackberryChair, John Richards Centre, La Trobe University
Associate Professor Sean MacDermottDirector, John Richards Centre, La Trobe University
Professor Jane MillsDean, La Trobe Rural Health School & Pro Vice Chancellor Health Innovation (Regional), La Trobe University
Professor Ashley FranksPro Vice Chancellor, Research Capability, La Trobe University
Associate Professor Rachel WintertonDeputy Director, John Richards Centre for Rural Ageing Research, La Trobe University
David NoonanChief Executive Officer, Albury Wodonga Aboriginal Health Service (AWAHS)
Dr Jane FyfieldAged Care Sector Advisor
Maria BerryCommunity Development Network Officer, Elder Rights Advocacy
Professor Ngaire KerseChair in Ageing Well General Practice and Primary Healthcare and Director University Research Centre for Co-Created Ageing Research, University of Auckland
Dan DouglassChief Executive Officer, Heathcote Health
Sam MarchantJohn Richards' family representative
Trent DeanChief Executive Officer, Gateway Health
Judith PerkinsManager Health Performance Barwon South West, Western Health Services and Aged Care Department of Health