The Board is responsible for setting ADHB-wide policy and strategy, and for evaluating progress.

On 6 December 2010, the Board ADHB has had for the last three years handed over the reins to the new Board.

As an elected body, the Board’s decision-making is highly transparent. Meetings are open to the public and board agendas and minutes are published on this website. In addition, the Strategic Plan is subject to a public consultation process.

The Board is supported by three advisory committees and the chief executive officer, Garry Smith. Garry Smith manages the implementation of policy decisions and employment within ADHB.

The advisory committees bring recommendations to the Board for consideration and final approval or rejection. The committees are the:

	Community and Public Health Advisory Committee: Advises on the mix and range of services that will best meet health improvement and independence objectives.
	Disability Support Advisory Committee: Advises on issues facing people with disabilities and how these can best be managed by ADHB.
	Hospital Advisory Committee: Advises on the performance of Auckland City Hospital and Greenlane Clinical Centre and related services.

These committees are advisory only although the Board may specify and delegate authority to committees to act on specific matters as appropriate.