Our Committee

CHAIR

Julie brings 20+ years of passion and experience driving sustainability initiatives across community, university, government and private sectors. A previous Community Development Coordinator at another Darebin neighbourhood house, she has a direct understanding of our importance in the local community. Her current work focuses on embedding the UN Sustainable Development Goal framework in a tertiary institution. In her free time, you can find Julie planning her next advocacy campaign, exploring the outdoors or enjoying live music.

DEPUTY CHAIR

With deep community roots as a former mayor and councillor, Kim brings really valuable experience across local and state government, including various project, management and executive roles. She’s spent her career tackling climate change and is passionate about local solutions that support fair and equitable community climate action. When she's not spending time with family, Kim loves getting her hands dirty gardening or hitting the books to study horticulture.

SECRETARY

Born in Malta and now retired after a successful career in software development and IT, Emmanuel is enjoying his time focused on family, volunteering and the Darebin community he's called home since migrating in 1961. As a grandfather and avid traveller, you'll often find him riding Darebin's trails, bushwalking or planning his next international adventure.

TREASURER

As a freelance researcher and editor, Judy has delved into diverse fields from agriculture to anthropology, working with NGOs and universities across the globe to drive change. But her heart remains grounded locally through years of rolling up her sleeves in community groups. With a deep commitment to the environment, Judy loves getting her hands dirty growing veggies, along with swimming and singing