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Executive Team

Gurriny Yealamucka Health Services (GYHSAC) is an Incorporated Aboriginal Association under the Aboriginal Councils and Associations Act 1976 and is accountable to its member.

Since its inception the Board of Directors has actively developed (GYHSAC) to become the lead health agency in Yarrabah.

Executive Team

  • Anita Lee Hong
    General Manager

  • Brad Johansen
    Director - Operations

  • Dr Jason King
    Director Clinical Services/ Senior Medical Officer

  • Mandy Edwards
    Director - Community and Wellbeing Services

  • Muhammad Ahmed
    Chief Financial Officer

  • Suzanne Andrews
    Chief Executive Officer

  • Tatiana Ah kit
    Acting Director | People and Culture.

Anita Lee Hong

General Manager

Anita Lee Hong is a proud Butchulla and Darrba woman with a strong commitment to advancing the rights and wellbeing of First Nations peoples. She holds a Master of Human Rights (Education), a Bachelor of Science in Aboriginal Community Management and Development (Vice Chancellor’s List), and a Graduate Certificate in Teaching—all from Curtin University.

As General Manager, Anita provides strategic and operational leadership to ensure the delivery of culturally safe, high-quality health and wellbeing services to the Yarrabah community. Her role includes overseeing daily operations, aligning services with community priorities, and working closely with the Chief Executive Officer to realise the vision and goals of GYHSAC.

Anita is widely respected for her leadership, expertise, and advocacy on matters affecting First Nations communities. She brings deep insight into community-led service design and governance. In addition to her executive role, she serves as a board member of Supply Nation, where she contributes to the People & Culture Committee, and is the Co-Chair of the Message Stick Foundation, further reflecting her commitment to social justice, cultural empowerment, and meaningful change.

Brad Johansen

Director - Operations

Brad Johansen is a passionate advocate for healthy, balanced living, with deep roots in the health and fitness industry. Over the years, he has dedicated himself to helping individuals and communities achieve their wellbeing goals. Originally from Adelaide, Brad now calls Cairns home, where he relocated with his family to embrace new opportunities and enjoy the warmer climate.

Brad holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Torrens University, equipping him with strong capabilities in strategic planning, leadership, and relationship-building. Known for his collaborative mindset and big-picture thinking, Brad brings energy, clarity, and vision to every challenge he tackles.

In his role as Director of Operations, Brad plays a pivotal leadership role, overseeing and supporting multi-disciplinary teams across key areas including Transport & Facilities, Marketing & Communications, IT, and Work Health & Safety. His commitment to operational excellence and team empowerment continues to drive impactful outcomes across the organisation.

Outside of work, Brad is a keen sports enthusiast. Whether it’s AFL or cricket, you'll likely find him cheering from the stands whenever the action comes to town.

Dr Jason King

Director Clinical Services/ Senior Medical Officer

Dr Jason King is a Yued Noongar man and an experienced General Practitioner who has worked in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health for over 15 years on a background of a lifelong connection to Indigenous health. As the Director of Clinical Services at GYHSAC, Jason leads the organisation’s clinical governance, service delivery, and workforce development.

Jason is passionate about improving health outcomes through culturally safe, community-led care. He has a strong focus on chronic disease management, preventative care, systems design and clinical excellence. He is actively involved in mentoring junior doctors and supporting Indigenous pathways into medicine and health careers.

Jason holds Fellowship with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners and has worked across both urban and remote communities from the Kimberley to Far North Queensland. He brings a strategic lens to clinical leadership, grounded in respect for culture, accountability, and collaboration.
He has been with GYHSAC since 2018 and continues to work alongside the Yarrabah community and staff to deliver safe, sustainable, and responsive health care.

Mandy Edwards

Director - Community and Wellbeing Services

Mandy is a proud Aboriginal and South Sea Islander woman, belonging to the Bailai people, the Traditional Custodians of the Gladstone region in Central Queensland. She also holds a strong cultural connection to Tanna Island, Vanuatu. Born and raised in Gladstone, Mandy began her journey in community health in the mid-1990s, working as a Generalist Health Worker in Charleville, Southwest Queensland, shortly after completing high school.

Over the years, Mandy has built extensive experience in management, community engagement, and development, with a career spanning the health, education, and foster and kinship care sectors. Her work has been shaped by a deep commitment to improving outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Driven by her cultural values of sharing, caring, and respect, Mandy is passionate about supporting individuals and communities to live long, healthy, and productive lives. These guiding principles, grounded in her identity as an Aboriginal/South Sea Islander woman, influence how she connects with others—both personally and professionally.

Muhammad Ahmed

Chief Financial Officer

Originally from Pakistan, Muhammad moved to Australia 16 years ago with his wife, seeking new opportunities and a better future. Since then, he has built a strong career in accounting and finance, bringing a wealth of experience and dedication to his work.

Muhammad completed a Master’s Degree in Accounting at Central Queensland University (CQU), Melbourne Campus, and has since gained valuable experience across the disability services, hospitality, and welfare sectors. Prior to joining the GYHSAC team, he served as Finance Manager for a disability service provider in northern Australia, where he contributed to financial oversight and strategic planning.

Now calling Cairns and Far North Queensland home, Muhammad enjoys the region’s relaxed lifestyle with his wife and two children. Weekends are often spent exploring the natural beauty of FNQ, embracing the community and the environment that make the region so special.

Muhammad brings a thoughtful, analytical approach to his work, grounded in both his professional training and his diverse experience across sectors that serve the community.

Suzanne Andrews

Chief Executive Officer

Suzanne Andrews is a proud Aboriginal woman from the Jaru, Punaba, and Bunal Bardi peoples of Western Australia’s North Kimberley region.  Now calling Yarrabah home, Suzanne moved there in her early teens and continues to live and work in the community she deeply values.

As Chief Executive Officer of GYHSAC, Suzanne brings over 15 years of experience in the health and community-controlled sector.  She is a passionate advocate for social change and community empowerment, dedicated to improving health outcomes and supporting self-determination for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Suzanne plays a key role in shaping the strategic direction of Yarrabah through her membership in the Yarrabah Leaders Forum (YLF), which works collectively to advance the community's priorities and long-term goals.

Her leadership extends nationally through her board appointments, including:

  • Director | Lowitja Institute
  • Director | Northern Queensland Primary Health Network (NQPHN)
  • Director | Northern Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander Health Alliance (NATSIHA)

Suzanne’s work is grounded in cultural integrity, community connection, and a clear vision for a healthier, more equitable future for First Nations people.

Tatiana Ah kit

Acting Director | People and Culture.

Acting Director | People and Culture.

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