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Kirstan Corben is the Chief Executive Officer of Better Place Australia, appointed in August 2025. With more than 20 years of leadership experience across health, community, sport, and government sectors, Kirstan brings a deep commitment to equity, wellbeing, and the power of community to create lasting change.

Her career has been shaped by a passion for improving lives—whether through leading public health campaigns, shaping policy in mental health and gender equity, or building partnerships that make services more accessible and inclusive. She has held senior roles at VicHealth, Alfred Health, the Danny Frawley Centre, and within the Victorian Government, always working to ensure people and communities are at the heart of decision-making.

Kirstan is known for her thoughtful, collaborative leadership style and her ability to bring people together around a shared purpose. She currently serves on several boards in the health, community, and sports sectors, where she contributes her experience in governance, strategy, and social impact.

At Better Place Australia, Kirstan leads with a strong belief in the organisation’s purpose: to help people become more resilient, improve their well-being, and feel empowered to shape their own futures. She is proud to be part of a team that works every day to build stronger, more connected communities—where everyone feels valued, supported, and safe.