Former Health Minister of the Northern Territory Kon Vatskalis has been appointed regional manager of the Leukaemia Foundation in the Northern Territory.
The announcement was made last week, with Mr Vatskalis stating that he always had the intention of staying in the area following his retirement and believes his new role will allow him to continue supporting the community.
“My appointment with Leukaemia Foundation gives me the opportunity to reach out to our community and help those in need, as well as call upon all Territorians to support the Leukaemia Foundation and the great work it does here in the Territory,” said Mr Vatskalis.
The former minister brings with him widespread knowledge from the health field, having been appointed in a number of significant roles within the health sector throughout his career.