AWH Executive Team

Bill joined Albury Wodonga Health in June 2022 as Chief Executive Officer.  Bill relocated from Melbourne with his wife to the beautiful region of Albury Wodonga following twelve years as CEO at Jewish Care Victoria.

Originally trained as a Division 1 Registered Nurse, Bill holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) (RMIT), Graduate Diploma Industrial Relations/Human Resource Management (RMIT), and an Associate Diploma Occupational Health & Safety (RMIT).  

Bill is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD) and has served as a Non-Executive Director on several Boards over the last 18 years, notably as the Victorian Health Minister’s appointment on the Tweddle Child & Family Health Service Board (VIC); Leading Aged Services Australia - Victorian Board; and the East Timor Hearts Fund Board.  He is currently a Trustee Director of Calvary Ministries (the PJP) and Trustee Director of Calvary Ministries Limited (a large National Hospital & Aged Care Group) and Director at Stand Up.

Bill is a highly effective executive leader with extensive operational and strategic experience across health and community services.  Bill is passionate about value-based leadership and how he can influence the development of a “good society”. Driven by a personal objective to care more than others think is wise, to risk more than others think is safe, to dream more than others think is practical, and to expect more than others think is possible, Bill is driven in his desire to create value through change.

Dr John M Elcock

BMedSci(Hons) MBBS MBA FRACGP FRACMA FCHSM CHE GAICD

John has attained Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Medical Administrators, the Australasian College of Health Service Management and the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners. He is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors Company Directors Course and has a master’s degree in business administration and degrees in medicine and immunology.

John has lived in northeast Victoria for over twenty years. He was the Director of Medical Services at Northeast Health Wangaratta from 2003 to 2019 and then the Chief Medical Officer & Executive Director of Medical Services at Goulburn Valley Health from 2019 to 2023.

Prior to becoming a medical administrator, John was a full-time clinician for 13 years, working in general medicine, anesthetics, emergency medicine and general practice. John also has a background in military medicine. He has deployed overseas on active service four times and still serves as a Lieutenant Colonel in the Australian Army.

John sits on a number of statewide committees contributing to Victorian health policy and strategy and is a member of the Victorian Medical Council. Over the last four years John has served on a number of bodies shaping Victoria’s response to the COVID pandemic. He regularly teaches for both the civilian and military Early Management of Severe Burns faculties of the Australian and New Zealand Burns Association.

Dr. Lucie Shanahan is an accomplished healthcare professional with an extensive career spanning speech pathology, rural health, and executive leadership. At AWH, Lucie serves as the Executive Director of Public Health, Mental Health, and Wellbeing, while also leading as the Chief Allied Health Officer. 

Lucie's educational foundation includes a Bachelor of Applied Science in Speech Pathology, which ignited her passion for patient-centred care. Lucie has also completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Rural Health, a Doctorate in Health Science and is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. 

Starting her career as the sole speech pathologist at Mt Alexander Hospital, Lucie developed a deep understanding of patient needs. Following her move to the Albury Wodonga region, Lucie played a pivotal role in the establishment of Albury Wodonga Health in 2009. 

Lucie has performed many senior roles since joining AWH, including co-managing the Speech Pathology Department, Inpatient Subacute Services Manager, and Operational Director of Subacute and Continuing Care Services. 

Lucie's influence has also expanded beyond clinical practice through her role as a lecturer at Charles Sturt University's School of Community Health.  

In 2019, Lucie was appointed to the role of Director of Mental Health at AWH, leveraging her visionary mindset to drive impact on public health and wellbeing. Her portfolio has subsequently expanded to encompass Public Health, Regional Partnerships, and her current role as Chief Allied Health Officer.  

Collaborating closely with the Chief Operating Officer, Lucie ensures AWH delivers innovative, high-quality, and responsive clinical services tailored to the region's needs. 

Beyond her professional commitments, Lucie finds joy in the region's beauty, relishing culinary arts and embracing knitting as a recent creative outlet.

Kim was appointed to the role of Executive Director of Quality, Governance and Patient Experience in 2023 and also holds the role of Chief of Nursing and Midwifery (2023). She oversees clinical safety and quality, infection prevention and surveillance, research and ethics, and clinical education (nursing) across the organisation.  She is also responsible for the nursing and midwifery workforce unit and professional practice.  

Kim holds a Masters of Business Administration, a Graduate Certificate of Leadership and Catholic Culture, a Graduate Diploma of Nursing Management, and a Bachelor of Nursing.

She has held senior roles across both public and private healthcare and was the Manager of Quality and Risk at South West Health Care, the Director of Quality and Risk at St Vincent's Private Hospital Melbourne, and the Clinical Services Manager at St Vincent's Private Hospital Werribee.

Her experience also includes acting as the Director of Clinical Services at Timboon and District Healthcare, and acting CEO for nine months, and managing Quality and Risk at St John of God Healthcare Warrnambool. Kim's dedication to patient care is evident through her experience as a Registered Nurse at various healthcare facilities, including St John of God Healthcare Warrnambool and Austin Health.

Kim is deeply committed to improving healthcare delivery in regional communities, prioritising person-centred care, safety, and empathy. She is also passionate about enhancing the patient experience and ensuring the health and wellbeing of nurses and midwives within Albury Wodonga Health.

Kim enjoys an active lifestyle, including walking, bike riding, and exploring the landscapes of north-east Victoria and New South Wales. She is an avid cook and appreciates the gourmet offerings of the region.

Rebecca was appointed Chief of People and Culture in 2023 and oversees a comprehensive spectrum of people-focused programs and policies across the organisation. She is responsible for organisation-wide recruitment and retention practices, designing leadership development initiatives, and the delivery of training programs.

Rebecca has qualifications in Human Resource Management and Organisational Change, and is a member of the Australian Human Resources Institute. 

She has over 15-years’ experience in the Public Sector, working in senior executive roles across Human Resources, Customer Service, Planning, and Infrastructure. She was honoured as a ‘Top 50 Women in Victorian Public Sector’ in 2020.  

She is a champion of employee well-being through innovative initiatives and benefits.  She is passionate about empowering individuals to achieve their fullest potential and is committed to fostering a thriving workplace culture.

Shaun holds a Bachelor of Business Triple Degree with majors in Finance, Law, and Psychology from the University of Ballarat, and has completed an executive MBA from Monash Mt Eliza Business School and a Postgraduate FAICD Diploma from the University of Sydney.   

Before joining AWH as Chief of Infrastructure, Shaun held roles with KMG Hungerford’s, KPMG Peat Marwick, and Pitcher Partners in the General Business Services Advisory Division. He also contributed significantly to the Victorian Employers Chamber of Commerce and Industry and served as the Executive General Manager for Infrastructure, Health Services, and Clinical Services Delivery at St Vincent’s Health Group, Melbourne.  

In Western Australia, Shaun held the role of Group General Manager of Corporate for South Metropolitan Area Health Services, overseeing Infrastructure development, corporate areas, healthcare facilities and contracted services.. In the Australian Capital Territory, Shaun worked in health, finance, and Infrastructure, notably as the Deputy Director General of Corporate for Health, Deputy Under Treasurer for the Commercial Services and Infrastructure Group and the Deputy Chief of Major Projects Canberra in working with key government agencies across Light Rail, CIT Woden and City Renewal. 

In his current role at AWH as Chief of Infrastructure, Shaun oversees Redevelopment, Infrastructure, Infrastructure compliance, Fleet, Bio-Med, Leasing, Capital Planning, and Strategic Asset Management across all AWH sites.   

Outside of his professional endeavours, Shaun is an avid sports enthusiast, enjoying everything from AFL and cricket to golf and motor racing. He is also a fan of motorbikes, fishing, and hosting a great BBQ.