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Association Membership 

The Adelaide Community Healthcare Alliance Inc (ACHA) Association comprises interested persons from the community with a keen interest in the future of healthcare in this State.  Our mission is to ensure the efficient conduct of a world-class community hospital network for the ultimate benefit of our patients.  We aim to do this by providing a diverse range of quality, value for money healthcare services and/or facilities. 

ACHA’s Board of Directors  is elected from the Association and is responsible for safeguarding the future success of the organisation.  Our staff and visiting accredited doctors are actively encouraged to become part of the future direction of ACHA by joining the Association. 

Association members are eligible for nomination and appointment to the Board of directors following continuous membership for a period of not less than one (1) year preceding the nomination.  This representation is based on permanent residence in South Australia or employment as a Medical Practitioner. 

The Annual General Meeting of the Association is usually held in October each year. 

The membership year commences on 1 January and expires 31 December each year and the annual membership fee is $10.  Voting is available after six (6) months membership. 

Annual renewal fees are due on 1 January and if a member has not paid by this date, they will forfeit membership for the remainder of that year.  If a member has not paid by 31 March, their name will be removed from the official roll of members and they will be required to re-enrol as a member. 

Further details regarding the provisions of membership and membership application forms can be obtained from the Executive Office by telephoning (08) 8375 5261.