Our Governance Committee

Management Board

Expert Care

TSACAI is governed by a management board comprising of eight members. The board is responsible for the overall governance of the organisation and meets monthly to discuss directions and approvals of expenditures, minutes are recorded of these meetings.

PRESIDENT

Carol Thompson

Mother, grandmother and great grandmother born and raised on Old TI. Spent many years working for State Government in various positions within the Aboriginal and Torres Strait area. Almost 50 years doing voluntary community work on Thursday Island for and within non-government organisations, schools and clubs.

Treasury

Marsha Loban

My apical ancestors are traditional owners from Boigu, Dauan and Mabuyag Islands. I have been a TSACAI board member for over 5 years and treasurer for the last 3 years. From 2005 – 2009 I was employed as the HACC Coordinator for the Inner Islands HACC Program (now today known as TSACAI). During my time in this role, I set up the HACC Activity Centre on Thursday Island which provided a much-needed drop-in centre for the frail, aged and elderly members of our community. I am proud to say, this centre is still very much a popular meeting place, not only for our clients but for all members of our

community.

Vice President

Pauline Ahwang

Active member of Torres Strait Aged Care since 2019. I am a people person, with a passion for working with community Elders by applying leadership, open communication and respect. I have spent many years doing voluntary work, and always happy to network specifically in the area of aged care services.

Secretary

Margaret See Kee

Currently employed as a School Officer at the local Catholic School. Torres Strait Aged Care member for 5 years and board member for 3 years and also long-term member on various Committees such as: aged care and disability services, women’s

groups, Catholic school and Church of which we have organised successful fundraiser events. For many years doing and enjoying voluntary work within our community but happiest when I am spending time with my grandchildren.

Committee Member

Tassie McDonald

Born on Mabuyag Island. Worked for more than 40 years as a Health Worker specializing in Diabetes & Nutrition and more recently receiving a Recognition Award 2023 for lifetime dedication in the health field across Torres Strait communities.

Committee Member

Bertha Natanielu

Mother, grandmother born and raised in Cairns. Employed by Qld Education for 35years. Board member for Port Kennedy Association for a number of years.