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Anita Harnden

Posted On: July 17, 2026

Headshot of Anita Harnden, smiling, against a white wall.

As Executive Manager Engagement and Partnerships, Anita is passionate about creating communities where people feel heard, valued, connected and represented.

 A proud Gippslander, she brings more than 20 years experience across community health, social services and the Victorian public service where she has had extensive experience in working across community based and community led initiatives. Anita takes a strong focus on partnering with first nations communities and is deeply committed to diversity, equity and integrity. Anita believes meaningful and lasting outcomes are built through genuine relationships founded on trust and respect.

 Anita holds a Bachelor of Arts, a Diploma of Social Welfare and several post graduate learnings in first nations sovereignty, treaty and state relations.

 Anita leads with authenticity, connection and compassion, empowering others to contribute with confidence and be themselves.

 Outside of work, Anita enjoys time with her family, making Art and teaching Pilates.

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