Executive Director, Centacare FNQ and
Catholic Early Learning and Care
Anita has been the Executive Director of Centacare FNQ since 2016, and having over 35 years’ experience in the social services sector. A strong advocate for local, place-based solutions, she is committed to supporting communities across Far North Queensland through inclusive, holistic services grounded in Catholic Social Teaching.
Under her leadership, Centacare FNQ has expanded its focus on mental health and wellbeing, aged care, early learning, multicultural support, and disability services—supporting individuals and families across all life stages. Anita is known for her collaborative approach, building strong partnerships with schools, service providers, government agencies, and community leaders to ensure services are coordinated and responsive to local needs.
With a long history in the not-for-profit sector, Anita brings both strategic and frontline insight to her leadership. She continues to champion initiatives such as School Savvy and Balance in the Workplace, which reflect her passion for accessible, innovative, community-led models of support.
Anita is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and currently serves as a Company Director of Catholic Social Services Australia, contributing her knowledge and experience to strengthen place-based service delivery at a national level.
