Linda grew up moving between regional towns and cities across Australia and has called Mildura home for the last 30 years. As a Lecturer at the Monash School of Rural Health and an Occupational Therapist, she has supported community initiatives both professionally and through volunteering.
Linda brings a strong sense of social justice and equity, aiming to enable the whole community to reach its potential. She has deep knowledge of healthcare systems, social determinants of health, and community-led development. She joined the Collaborative Governance Group to support genuine change and continue learning from community voices.