Foundation farewells longstanding Chairman

Newly elected Chairman John Batten, with former Chairman Associate Professor Don McTaggart.

May 2022

The recent Annual General Meeting of the Clifford Craig Foundation saw the retirement of longstanding Chairman Associate Professor Don McTaggart, after 15 years at the helm.

Acknowledging the many changes within Clifford Craig, the Launceston General Hospital and medical research more broadly, Don expressed immense pride for his many years of voluntary involvement and excitement for the Foundation’s future.

“I think we are standing on the cusp of major developments,” Don said. “It is an exciting time.”

Recognising his contribution including the 150 Board meetings he has chaired, newly elected Chairman John Batten AM thanked Don for his many years of service.

“The legacy that you leave with us is a well governed, successful and highly impactful Foundation that continues to make substantial improvements to the health outcomes of the people of North and North-West Tasmania,” John said.

The meeting also saw the retirement of three longstanding members in accordance with Board Tenure requirements. Mark Baker, Dr Jim Markos and Dr John Wettenhall OAM were farewelled after a combined 20 years as Directors. 

New Directors Associate Professor Tim Strong, Mike Monsour, Sarah Percy-Dove, Bernie Wahlin and Kylie Leavitt were also welcomed onto the Board.

You can learn more about our Board and their important contribution here.