Committed to Excellence
Our leadership team coordinate and delegate the operations of our organisation ensuring our staff, residents and their loved ones are supported and the utmost standard of care is upheld throughout all our facilities.
Nadine Ozols - Chief Executive Officer
*NADINE IS CURRENTLY ON MATERNITY LEAVE* Nadine has a passion for the Aged Care sector and is excited to play a leading role in driving change and innovation in the sector and for Aged Care Deloraine. As CEO she is committed to leading Aged Care Deloraine to not only achieve our strategic direction but through what has been a very challenging time for the sector in Australia with a Royal Commission and then COVID-19. Nadine is an advocate for the sector and has strongly embraced the aged care reform agenda the Australian Government have outlined to strive for a better aged care sector that receives appropriate funding.
Baxter Ozols - Chief Barketing Officer
*Baxter will be working remotely for Nadine’s maternity leave period* Baxter joined the organisation in 2022, working directly under Nadine, earning him the informal title of "second in charge." When he's not making the rounds of the administration area, gathering snacks from colleagues, he can be found taking a nap or socialising with the residents. (followed by another nap)
Nera Christie - Chief Clinical Officer / Acting Chief Executive Officer
Nera has been appointed as the Acting Chief Executive Officer while Nadine takes maternity leave, and Nera will continue to undertake her CCO role. Since joining the organisation, she has transitioned from Care Manager to Chief Clinical Officer, and now into the Acting CEO role. This progression provides continuity and stability in leadership, ensuring residents, families, and staff remain supported with consistent direction and care. In her dual executive role, Nera oversees clinical services, resident outcomes, and the strategic direction for clinical performance, governance, and growth, while guiding the organisation during this interim period with the support of a strong management team. A Clinician with extensive experience in Australia and overseas, Nera is passionate about person-centred care, collaboration, and building strong partnerships with residents, families, staff, and the broader community. She is also dedicated to mentoring and developing teams, fostering a resilient workforce, and ensuring safe, high-quality care remains at the heart of Aged Care Deloraine
Scott Cunningham - Chief Financial Officer
Scott joined Aged Care Deloraine (ACD) as Chief Financial Officer in September 2025, bringing over 15 years of experience as a Chartered Accountant across diverse industries. With expertise in audit, corporate finance, governance, and process improvement, he is committed to enhancing operational efficiency and reducing staff burden. At ACD, Scott oversees financial and administrative operations—including insurance, asset management, fire safety, rostering, and general administration—and plays a key role in strategic planning. He reports jointly with the CEO to the Board and Finance Committee, and serves as a primary contact for residents and their representatives on major financial matters.
Leeanne Wheeler - People & Culture Manager
Leeanne has a range of expertise that she brings to Aged Care Deloraine including Human Resources, Work Health and Safety, and experience in the general practice sector. She has a strong belief of all-inclusiveness culture in the workplace to achieve a harmonious workplace. She will be responsible for the strategic delivery of Human Resource services and support and culture innovation to the organisation. As People and Culture Manager she will be working with the Executive Team to identify and develop a variety of Human Resource functions.
Michael Duniam - Project and Facilities Manager
Michael holds a multifaceted role within the organisation, encompassing a broad range of operational, technical, and strategic responsibilities. His project management duties include overseeing both small‑scale internal initiatives and major building and infrastructure projects, ensuring they are delivered efficiently and to a high standard. Michael also leads ICT management, providing day‑to‑day onsite IT and communications support while contributing to long‑term planning, system development, and budget forecasting. In addition, he is responsible for ILU management, as well as facility and maintenance management, overseeing the care, compliance, and upkeep of all ACD building assets and equipment, with support from Barry in his role as Maintenance Coordinator.
Karlie DeWet - Clinical Nurse Consultant
Karlie has been with Aged Care Deloraine since 2019, having previously worked as a registered nurse in a hospital setting in Sydney. Karlie has developed a passion for aged care and is excited to step into the role of Clinical Nurse Consultant to help further educate and support clinical staff and assist with the ongoing care of our residents. Karlie will work closely with the Clinical Leadership Team lead by Nera.
Alleth Quiapo - Senior Clinical Care Coordinator
Alleth joined ACD in 2018 as a Registered Nurse. Alleth was renal dialysis Nurse in Philippines for 10 years and recently joined the Tasmanian Health as a part-time renal Nurse. "Working in aged care is a challenging field in nursing but I'd love to do it and proud to be part of aged care workforce."
Jonathan Cracknell - Services Manager
Jon joined ACD as a chef in September 2024. He was then successful in becoming Services Coordinator in 2025 where he was instrumental in the catering software implementation and supporting staff through this major change. He has a wealth of experience in a variety of organizations and over 20 years’ experience in hospitality industry; including cafes, a la carte restaurants, resorts and boarding schools. As Service Manager, Jon brings his expertise to the managing of the kitchens, cleaning and laundry across the organisation. Jon’s workdays are Tuesday to Friday and every second Sunday he can be found as a chef in the kitchens.
Yvette Hallam - Quality & Compliance Manager
Joining Aged Care Deloraine in November 2023 as a Tenancy Officer, Yvette quickly established a strong foundation in managing our independent living units, building meaningful rapport with tenants, and overseeing key aspects of property management. In February 2026, Yvette stepped into the role of Quality & Compliance Manager. Known for her keen attention to detail and genuine passion for continuous improvement, she focuses on enhancing systems, strengthening processes, and driving efficiencies across the organisation. Yvette is deeply committed to engaging both residents and staff, ensuring their voices are heard and contribute to meaningful discussions about their home.
Jessica Cox - Services Coordinator
Jess's role finds her in charge of the services team, ordering, food safety compliance, and menus and overseeing the services areas. She reports to and work closely with the Services Manager to make sure cleaning standards are kept, meals are nutritional and meet stringent food safety standards, cater for our resident's individual needs and most importantly.....tasty! Jess has been with ACD for 13 years now and every 2nd weekend you will find her in the kitchen at Grenoch cooking up a storm. Jess is a qualified chef with over 15 years' experience ranging from hotel work to fine dining.
Barry Green - Maintenance Coordinator
Barry has been with ACD for 10 years and is both a qualified Carpenter with a Cert IV in Building & Construction and a qualified Horticulturist completing his Cert III as part of his previous role within ACD. He now leads our small and dedicated maintenance team who take pride in personalising their resident interactions. Barry works across both residential sites and our 2 Independent Living Units sites.
Joanne Bussey —Roster Coordinator
Jo became part of the ACD team in November 2017 as a ECA/Carer and took on the Roster Coordinator role in September 2024, where her caring background continues to be a great strength. She works closely with our People and Culture Manager and Administration Manager to help keep things running smoothly. You will find Jo at Grenoch and Kanangra reception areas each weekday except Wednesday.