Our Board

CHAIR

Julia describes herself as British by birth, Australian by choice and has 38 years of leadership experience including 20 years in Non- Executive roles and 25 years as a CEO. She has worked in the public health sector in the UK and Australia and the for profit and not for profit sectors in Australia. Julia is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

Julia joined the CCPC Board in 2022 and in 2023 was voted the Deputy Chair. She is delighted to be continuing to contribute to CCPC's mission and purpose as Chair after the 2025 AGM.

Julia began her career in the UK National Health Service where some of her most rewarding jobs were in primary care, vulnerable communities including asylum seekers and the homeless mental health and disability services serving vulnerable communities.

Julia is currently a CEO in the disability and employment sector in NSW enabling her to focus her passion for inclusion, delivering the best possible outcomes with and for participants as well as contributing to developing a more inclusive society. She is also an elected Director on the NDS Board.

Julia balances her full work schedule by spending time with her family, walking her dogs and watching soccer.

DEPUTY CHAIR

Larissa (Lara) is a clinician with over 35 years’ experience in the health and aged care systems; working in public and private hospitals, community health settings, population health, NSW Head Office, research and aged care.  Over that time Larissa has worked predominantly in operations and has extensive post-graduate qualifications.

Larissa is a Nurse Practitioner (NP) and is currently employed by a large non-for-profit aged care provider.  Larissa is a Board representative on the CCPC Clinical Governance Committee.  Larissa is active with national and state bodies and is a currently a member of the Aged Care Research and Industry Innovation Australia (ARIIA) Advisory Group and Agency for Clinical Innovation (ACI): End of Life and Palliative Care Executive Committee.

Larissa has a conjoint appointment with the School of Nursing and Midwifery at the University of Newcastle and has a passion for palliative care and advanced care planning with multiple publications.  Larissa has had previous Board experience with Alzheimer’s Australia (NSW).

In her down time Larissa is an active member of her local Central Coast Surf Life Saving Club and enjoys spending time with her family including their three dogs and cat.

Dr Con Mafohla is an experienced Central Coast GP who owns and operates Oceanside Private Practice. He is the Clinical Director of Coast & Country Primary Care Bridges After Hours GP Clinics, a member of the GP Collaboration Unit and founding member of the Central Coast GP Association. He has a passion for preventative health in the community, medical education, and advancement of general practice.

Andrew has extensive clinical and senior management experience within the health sector in Queensland and NSW.

Andrew studied medicine at the University of New South Wales and has a Masters in Health Administration. He is a fellow of both the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners and the Royal Australasian College of Medical Administrators.

Andrew worked clinically for 10 years, both in the hospital setting and as a general practitioner. Since May 2021, Andrew has been General Manager Health & Palliative Care, HammondCare. Prior to this he was Chief Executive Central Coast Local Health District, during which he also had roles as a Board member with Hunter New England Central Coast Primary Health Network, Healthshare NSW, NSW Regional Health partners and developed the Central Coast Research Institute.

Annie is an executive professional with over 30 years’ experience including 13 years in the disability sector. She brings her CEO experience utilising her post-graduate qualifications in risk and business, her financial acumen from many years as a qualified accountant (CFO), and a background in nursing.

Annie is passionate about maximising social impact in the lives of people within our communities and challenging social injustice in all its forms. She believes it is a privilege to serve on the CCPC Board and looks forward to adding value for clients, staff and the community.

Kathy brings a pragmatic, detail-oriented approach to her role on the Coast & Country Primary Care Board, contributing expertise in operational oversight and strategic planning. With a strong focus on efficiency, transparency, and collaborative governance, she supports the organization’s mission to deliver high-quality, customer-cantered care. Her commitment to clarity and accountability helps drive informed decision-making and long-term sustainability.

She has previously served as Chair across multiple governance bodies, where she led initiatives in policy reform, stakeholder engagement, and financial accountability. Her leadership style is grounded in clarity, responsiveness, and practical outcomes.

Kathy also has a strong foundation in the community services sector, with hands-on experience in program delivery, workforce development, and cross-sector collaboration. Her work has consistently focused on improving service access, building sustainable models, and advocating for inclusive, community-driven solutions.