Since accepting an interim role in September 2021 (and shortly after a permanent position), John has used his commercial acumen to lead the Village into one of the most exciting periods of its seven decade history. Drawing on a background in elite sport and business management, he has helped transform Warramunda into a thriving independent aged care provider. During his five-year tenure, he has also championed the innovative Outside Inside program, reconnecting the Village with the Kyabram community following the challenges of COVID.

Sarah has been a key clinical leader at Warramunda since joining the Village almost five years ago. With three decades of nursing experience, including 17 years with Epworth HealthCare, Sarah brings significant expertise to aged care delivery. Her national work with the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission contributed to the development of the strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards introduced alongside the new Aged Care Act, while she continues to lead Warramunda’s highly skilled team of health professionals.

Darcy Wilkinson has played a central role in delivering Warramunda’s transformational redevelopment, recognised nastionally through the Ageing Australia You are ACE! Awards. Drawing on his construction background, Darcy has brought valuable knowledge and experience to an ambitious internal redevelopment that will deliver 18 additional rooms by the end of 2026. Working closely with CEO John Clark and Board member Dale Denham, he is now focused on the longer-term vision to grow from 82 residents to 130 by 2030.

Jess has played an important role in Warramunda’s growth and transformation over the past three years. With 16 years’ experience as a Chartered Accountant, Jess brings considerable financial expertise to her role as Chief Financial Officer. Working closely with CEO John Clark, she has helped guide Warramunda through a period of significant investment and expansion, ensuring strong financial management underpins the Village’s ambitious plans and positions the organisation for a sustainable future.

Melinda has brought together Warramunda’s Quality and Education portfolios with a strong focus on continually improving care and creating development pathways for staff. Her passion for professional development has supported several staff to gain further qualifications and build their careers. More recently, Melinda has taken a leading role with the Culture Change Group, helping drive staff recognition initiatives, communication and improvements shaped directly by the recommendations of Warramunda’s workforce.