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Michael Bernardo
QLD
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President
Michael is a Certified Medical Physics Specialist (Diagnostic Radiology) with Queensland Health's Biomedical Technology Services. Michael has been Treasurer since 2020. Michael was previously Chair of the ACPSEM QLD Branch.
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Ben Hug
WA
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Vice-President / RIsk, Audit and Finance Committee (RAFCo) Member
Ben is a Principal Physicist at 5D Clinics, WA, with an interest in the current review of potential AHPRA registration. Ben is motivated to give his time and expertise back to the College with the aim of assisting in shaping future frameworks. Ben was also previously the WA branch secretary for 2 years.
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Andy Cousins
NZ
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RIsk, Audit and Finance Committee (RAFCo) Member
Andy Cousins is a Radiation Oncology Physics Team Leader at Christchurch Hospital, New Zealand, with varied experience across various radiation and safety regulatory regimes. Andy has been a Director of the Board since 2021. Andy was Vice Chair and Chair of the NZ branch (2016-18), and formed part of the branch review working group as the NZ representative.
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Emily Murphy
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Director
Emily Murphy (formerly Simpson-Page) is a Senior Medical Physicist at Radiation Oncology Princess Alexandra Raymond Terace Campus (ROPART).
Emily has previously been a member of the Professional Standards Board, and has contributed to various college activities including the clinical governance modules, ROMP TEAP resource creation, DEI working group and New & Early Career Special Interest Group development.
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Ben Cooper
VIC
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Director / Head of Specialties
Ben Cooper is the Chief Medical Physics Specialist at Canberra Health Services, leading a team responsible for delivering advanced medical physics services across various departments, including Medical Imaging, Radiation Oncology, Cardiology, BreastScreen, and Oral Health Services. His role encompasses providing expert advice on the safe and effective use of ionising and non-ionising radiation, overseeing equipment lifecycle processes such as procurement, shielding, commissioning, and performance testing.
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Kym Rykers
VIC
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Treasurer
Kym Rykers is currently the Medical Physics Manager (Austin Health).
Kym Rykers is a highly skilled medical physicist based in Melbourne, Australia, with a wealth of experience in radiation oncology physics. She is currently the Medical Physics Manager at Austin Health's Radiation Oncology Centre, where she ensures the safe and precise operation of specialized equipment used in radiation therapy. Beyond her role at Austin Health, Kym has been an active member of the Australasian College of Physical Scientists and Engineers in Medicine (ACPSEM), serving as its President, Vice President, Head of Specialties and Treasurer—a testament to her leadership and dedication to advancing medical physics in the region.
Throughout her career, Kym has contributed to numerous research publications covering key areas like radiation safety, dosimetry, the role of women in STEM, and emerging technologies in medical physics. Her expertise and commitment have made her a well-respected figure in the field, both in Australia and internationally.
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Rosemary Peavey
VIC/TAS
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Independent Director; RIsk, Audit and Finance Committee (RAFCo) Member
Rosemary is a legal and governance professional who has worked across a number of sectors and jurisdictions. She was attracted to the board because of ACPSEM’s focus on helping science professionals improve patient outcomes and safety. She brings to the board core skills in the areas of law, governance and risk management. She is a current member of the Finance Committee.
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Ivan Williams
VIC/TAS
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Director &
Represents the ACPSEM Board on the ACPSEM Foundation Board
Ivan is the Head of the Medical Radiation Service Branch and Chief Medical Radiation Scientist within ARPANSA. At the start of 2020 he joined the ACPSEM Board of Directors, and from the offset of starting his appointment he was fielding calls from ACPSEM Members regarding the College’s direction.
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Mohammad Haskali
VIC
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Director
Mohammad (Mo) Haskali
Dr. Mohammad B. Haskali, Chief Radiopharmaceutical Scientist at Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, brings extensive expertise in radiopharmaceutical science, clinical operations, and strategic leadership to the ACPSEM Board. With a Ph.D. from the University of Melbourne and international experience, including at the NIH, he has played a key role in advancing theranostic clinical production.
Advocating for increased funding, Mo is expanding radiopharmaceutical capabilities across Australia and New Zealand while engaging with key stakeholders to secure ongoing support. Committed to attracting and retaining top talent, Mo leverages his leadership in global radiopharmaceutical production and research to drive ACPSEM’s mission and elevate its role in clinical radiopharmaceutical science.
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Ben Clarence
SA
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Director
Ben Clarence
Ben Clarence is a Senior Advisor at a chartered accounting form, specialising in CFO advisory, financial management, risk and governance. He holds board positions across the health, education, and not-for-profit sectors, and brings extensive experience in strategic financial guidance to the ACPSEM Board and Finance Committee.
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Danielle Bond
NSW
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Director
Danielle Bond
Danielle Bond GAICD is an experienced Non-Executive Director with strong financial literacy and deep experience in not-for-profit governance, professional standards organisations and highly regulated care and professional environments.
She brings sound judgement in financial oversight, risk management and strategic decision-making. She has board-level experience overseeing organisations responsible for professional certification, standards, workforce capability and public trust.
Her background includes governance roles in aged care and international professional associations, complemented by extensive executive experience working with professional services firms Aurecon, EY and Corrs Chambers Westgarth.
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