Creating a solid base for recovery

Guiding Banyan House with purpose-driven leadership

The Forster Foundation for Drug Rehabilitation Incorporated has been a cornerstone of community support since 1978, providing vital services to individuals impacted by drug and alcohol misuse.

Our governance is built on:

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A dedicated leadership structure:

Comprising a Patron, Board, and the skilled staff of Banyan House.

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Integrated planning and reporting

Including a three-year strategic plan for the Foundation, annual operational plans with risk management, and an annual report.

Governance structure

Patron

Administrator of the Northern Territory:

His Honour Professor the Honourable Hugh Heggie AO PSM

Board of Directors

Chairperson: Associate Professor Robert Parker, BA(Hons), B Med, DRACOG, Afrachse, FRANZCP


Treasurer: Ms Jyoti Vemuri


Public Officer: Mr Peter Boyce


Secretary: Mr Patrick Goda


Committee Members:  Ms Marybeth Pereira, Mr Andrew Harris, Ms Khami Aughterson, Mr Michael Pulu.


Banyan House Management


Chief Executive Officer: Phil Blunt


Operations Manager:  Dorian Goodall


Program Manager: Yolanda Chirema


AGM and Membership

The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Forster Foundation will take place on 20  November 2025. Any changes to the date or time will be announced at least one month in advance.


If you are interested in becoming a member or nominating for a Board position, please contact Banyan House to request a Membership Nomination Form.


Completed forms can be sent to:

The Chairman

Forster Foundation Board

PO Box 312

Berrimah NT 0828