Meet Michel - bringing experience, compassion and leadership to Aurukun’s aged care services

With more than a decade of healthcare experience and a passion for supporting older people, Michel Gore has stepped into the role of Regional Manager at selectability’s new aged care service in Aurukun.

From July 2, selectability took over management responsibility of centred based aged care service from Aurukun Shire Council, providing care to more than 40 recipients in the region.

This transition of provider; led by Michel and the aged care team will ensure the care for Elders remains centred on compassionate, culturally safe, and highest-quality.

Originally from Zimbabwe, Michel moved to New Zealand at 20 to complete a Bachelor of Nursing, later relocating to Australia in 2015.

Her journey into remote healthcare began in 2023 and has led her to where she is today, overseeing the operations and performance of selectability’s newest facility.

Now based in Aurukun; located on the western coast of the Cape York Peninsula; Michel says she’s proud to be part of bringing selectability’s care-centred approach to the region.

“I’m glad to be one of the members introducing selectability to the Aurukun community,” she said.

“I’m looking forward to bringing positive change and working with the team to build something the community can trust and be proud of.”

Michel’s strong background in aged care and hospital settings gives her a deep understanding of what’s needed to deliver safe, high-quality support.

She says it was the relationships she had already formed with recipients and staff at the facility (while working through an agency) that inspired her to apply.

“I wanted to continue working at the aged care centre for continuity of care,” she said.
“The professional relationships I had built were too hard to let go.”

Michel’s role as regional manager involves leading a dedicated team, planning for sustainable success and ensuring services meet the individual needs of recipients and their families.

She’s already embracing the opportunity to work closely with the community and to learn more about local First Nations culture.

When asked what advice she would give to others considering a career in the aged care sector, her answer was simple:
“Go for it! there is always someone willing to give you a chance.”

Outside of work, Michel loves music and dancing, a combination that brings energy and joy to everything she does.