Joanne Cleary has joined St Vincent's Health Australia as National Director Brand and Communications. She has recently wrapped up more than three years as Strategy Director for the Minister of Climate Change and Energy.
Joanne has previously held senior comms roles within the biotech research sector and has been a press secretary and media adviser for a number of politicians.

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Joanne Cleary is named National Director Brand and Communications
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1 October 2025 11:07 PM
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