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:
A dedicated leadership structure:
Comprising a Patron, Board, and the skilled staff of Banyan House.
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 the Honourable David Connolly
Board of Directors
Chairperson: Associate Professor Robert Parker, BA(Hons), B Med, DRACOG, Afrachse, FRANZCP
Treasurer: Ms Jyoti Vemuri
Public Officer: Mr Patrick Goda
Secretary: Mr Patrick Goda
Committee Members: Ms Marybeth Pereira, Ms Khami Aughterson, Mr Michael Pulu, Mr Daniel Hewitt
Banyan House Management
Chief Executive Officer: Dorian Goodall
Operations Manager: Yolanda Chirema
Program Manager: Michael Pulu
AGM and Membership
The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Forster Foundation will take place at 5:30pm on 19 November 2026 at Banyan House. 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
