About

Our Vision

At its heart the Hub 6163 has an intent to foster a culture that facilitates and nurtures:

A space where people of all ages and walks of life can come together to learn about themselves and each other in ways that help create a resilient and inclusive community.
A network of community connections characterised by respectful relationships, clear communication, and simple acts of reciprocal kindness.
Ways of ‘doing things together’ that raise our awareness of ecological and social sustainability, allows difference to thrive, and helps our community meet future challenges.
A place where people feel welcome and where their koort djerip (heart’s sing) – together!!

Our Committee

Convenor

Stephanie Jones

Stephanie is passionate about giving to community and is active in many voluntary roles which support the planet and its people, wildlife and plants. She has been using The Hub 6163 for many years as a participant in programs, a hirer of the space and now on the committee, currently as the Convenor. Stephanie lives and works locally and in her spare time enjoys walking her dogs, yoga and gardening.

Treasurer

Bron Elliott

Bronwyn originally from Sydney moved to Perth in 2003, when her husband transferred here with the Royal Australian Navy. After living in many capital cities her and her husband loved Perth, it’s laid back, friendly lifestyle and decided to stay, residing in the City of Cockburn ever since. Over the years, Bronwyn has been employed in a variety of roles in both the private and public sector. Qualified with an Advanced Diploma in Accounting, financial roles have been the main focus of her employment. Bronwyn is passionate about supporting the community and prior to taking the position with The Hub 6163 was a volunteer with another local charity for the past 10 years until their closure. In her spare time, Bronwyn enjoys travel, learning new craft techniques and creating unique glass art in her studio.

Co-Convenor

Kelvin Caleb

Kelvin Caleb is a policy and strategic communications professional with over 15 years of experience in the private and public sector. He’s passionate about bringing industry, government, and communities together to create real, lasting change and believes organisations like Hub 6163 can be an inclusive space for all members of society to connect, belong and thrive. Kelvin contributes to the committee on strategy and funding and has made catching the sunset at Coogee Beach a favourite family pastime.

Secretary

Anushska Mukherjee

Originally moving to Perth in 2019 to study Economics at UWA, Anushka developed a passion for community engagement during their time on campus. While at UWA, they were an active member of the UWA Student Guild and the International Students Department, experiences that fostered a love for collaborative environments. Now serving as the Secretary and Grants Writer for Hub 6163, they use their experience in grant writing and administration to support meaningful, community-led initiatives. When they aren’t at the Hub, you can find Anushka getting competitive over a board game, lost in a good book, or staying active playing padel.

Administration Coordinator

Katie Burgess

Katie is a Hamilton Hill local with a genuine passion for people and community. With a background in graphic design and current studies in naturopathy, she brings both creativity and care to everything she does. Outside of The Hub, you’ll usually find her spending time with her young children, reading with her book club, or dreaming up her next big project idea, and there are always plenty in the works. If you get in touch with The Hub, chances are Katie will be the friendly face you’ll be speaking with.

General Committee Members

Christine Duckham

Christine has a background in education and training and is actively involved in local community groups and projects, including Friends of Clontarf Hill.
She is a founding member of The Hub and continues to be a dedicated committee member, contributing her time, experience, and passion to supporting the community.

She enjoys gardening, bushcare, mosaicing, pottery, and making friends at the dog park with her fur baby, Izzy.

Sue Bartoll

Sue has been a Hamilton Hill local for more than 15 years and recently joined The Hub committee, where she loves connecting with the community and helping wherever she can. With a background in the health industry as a qualified Naturopath and Remedial Therapist, Sue brings a wealth of knowledge, care, and practical experience to the team. A true jack of all trades, she was also an active member of the LETS community in the Perth Hills for many years, where she especially enjoyed her role as Busy Bee Coordinator and being part of a community built on sharing skills and services without money being involved.

Glen Dixon

Glen has been volunteering at The Hub for the past four years, helping to keep the space welcoming, functional, and well cared for for the whole community. He takes care of much of the maintenance, gardening, and cleaning around the facility, using his wide range of practical skills in metal fabrication, mechanical work, metal machining, and carpentry. Glen’s hands on knowledge and dedication play a big part in keeping The Hub running smoothly and in good working order for everyone to enjoy.

Our Support

We’re supported by a variety of organisations: