Hon Tony Ryall
Minister of Health
Minister of State Services
10 March 2009
Media Release
New chair for Southland District Health Board
The Health Minister, Tony Ryall has announced the appointment of Paul Menzies as the new Chair of the Southland District
Health Board.
Mr Ryall said, "Paul Menzies is a current elected member of the Board, and has been a member since 2001. He brings good
knowledge and awareness of the DHB and the challenges it faces, including a $10 million deficit.
"He is also committed to the regional collaboration work currently underway with the Otago DHB, and the wider South
Island."
Mr Menzies has significant governance experience, having served on a number of public and private sector boards.
Mr Menzies is one of four elected DHB members who chair their boards.
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