Aged Care Quality and Safety Advisory Council appointments

Department of Health

The Aged Care Quality and Safety Advisory Council provides expert advice on the functions of the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commissioner.

The advisory council has reappointed Andrea Coote and appointed Professor Valerie Braithwaite. These appointments aim to ensure the advisory council is strong and stable to fulfil its legislative requirements more effectively.

Ms Coote was the inaugural Chair of the advisory council, prior to stepping down in 2022. She has expertise in public administration and issues affecting the aged care sector.

Professor Braithwaite is Emeritus Professor at the School of Regulation and Global Governance, at the Australian National University. She is a well-recognised and respected leader in regulatory frameworks and governance.

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