Meet the Team - KinKera Community

I come from a property and finance background and have been involved full time in the disability sector for the past five years. Prior to KinKera I served as Chair of a Community Housing Provider that grew tenfold over a three year period, which gave me deep insight into how housing intersects with community, governance and long term outcomes. Earlier in my career I served in the Navy, an experience that shaped my approach to leadership, accountability and teamwork.

At KinKera my focus is on building strong foundations that support people and communities well into the future. I care deeply about creating systems and structures that allow good people to do great work, and about ensuring housing delivers more than shelter by supporting genuine connection and belonging.

What do you enjoy most about your role at KinKera?
The KinKera team. They are thoughtful, capable and committed, and they consistently find ways to work through challenges together.

What matters most to you when supporting participants and communities?
People. Homes are important, but relationships, trust and shared purpose are what truly create community.

What is something that always makes you smile?
My daughters.

I’m a real people person who loves building relationships and understanding what truly matters to each individual and their family. There’s nothing more rewarding to me than helping someone find the right property, one that fits their needs, supports their independence and genuinely feels like home. With a background in property and a strong desire to help others, I’m passionate about making the housing journey simple, supportive and positive from start to finish.

I take pride in being someone people can rely on, whether they are navigating uncertainty, making big decisions or just needing clarity and reassurance along the way. For me, good outcomes come from listening carefully, caring deeply and staying focused on what matters most to the person in front of you.

What do you enjoy most about your role at KinKera?
Connecting with participants, their families, support coordinators, builders and support staff and working together toward shared outcomes.

What matters most to you when supporting participants and communities?
Dignity, respect and genuine care. Everyone deserves to feel heard, valued and supported in the choices they make about their home and future.

What is something that always makes you smile?
My kids, love them to bits.

I am the Hospital to Home Care Manager at KinKera, supporting participants and their families as they transition into Specialist Disability Accommodation. With experience in the SDA sector I focus on clarity, confidence and helping people understand their options during what can be a complex time.

My work is driven by genuine connection, thoughtful support and ensuring people feel informed and respected as they move into a new chapter of their lives.

What do you enjoy most about your role at KinKera?
Supporting people through change and helping them find a house that becomes their home.

What matters most to you when supporting participants and communities?
Listening deeply and understanding each person’s goals, priorities and sense of identity.

What is something that always makes you smile?
Seeing someone step into their new home and realise it’s truly theirs.

I work as the National Tenancy and Engagement Coordinator at KinKera, supporting participants, families and providers through the housing journey with a focus on clarity, trust and connection. Before joining KinKera I worked in support coordination with participants who had complex needs, and prior to that in youth disability support.

Those experiences shaped my approach to communication, advocacy and relationship building. I care deeply about ensuring people feel heard and supported, particularly during times of transition.

What do you enjoy most about your role at KinKera?
Supporting people through housing changes and making the process feel clearer and more manageable.

What matters most to you when supporting participants and communities?
Honest communication, empathy and consistent follow through.

What is something that always makes you smile?
My cat Mochi, my dog Puffdaddy and visiting Japanese cat cafés.

I come from a support work background, primarily working with people who live with quadriplegia. I also host a weekly radio show focused on disability and lived experience, which has shaped how I think about storytelling and community connection. Before this sector I worked in hospitality management, where I learned the value of service and relationships.

At KinKera I enjoy helping people feel welcomed, informed and supported as they begin their housing journey.

What do you enjoy most about your role at KinKera?
Meeting people early in the process and helping the experience feel human and hopeful.

What matters most to you when supporting participants and communities?
Listening first and remembering that a home is closely tied to identity.

What is something that always makes you smile?
Dogs. Pretty much all dogs, all the time.

Hi, I’m Helen, and I work at KinKera across property research, marketing support and administrative coordination. As a Property/Research Analyst, I focus on analysing locations, demand and property opportunities to help guide participant-focused decisions. I also support our marketing initiatives and assist with day-to-day operations to keep things running smoothly behind the scenes.

I enjoy being involved in different parts of the business, from data and strategy to communication and coordination. For me, it’s rewarding to know that the work I do, whether analytical or operational, contributes to delivering positive outcomes for participants and communities.

What do you enjoy most about your role at KinKera?
I enjoy the variety of working with data, supporting marketing and helping the team stay organised, all of which contribute to meaningful outcomes.

What matters most to you when supporting participants and communities?
Making sure our work is thoughtful, accurate and always centered around real participant needs.

What is something that always makes you smile?
Small wins, kind words and seeing a project come together after everyone’s hard work.

I come from a property and development background and have managed and delivered projects across Australia and internationally. Over the years I have led complex capital delivery projects and asset strategies, which has shaped how I think about responsibility, risk and long term value. At KinKera I aim to bring strong commercial discipline together with a genuine sense of care for the communities we serve.

I believe well designed environments can play a powerful role in supporting independence, dignity and everyday comfort. Creating homes that truly improve quality of life is what motivates me, and I’m deeply invested in ensuring each project delivers meaningful outcomes for the people who will live there.

What do you enjoy most about your role at KinKera?
Seeing a project come to life and knowing it will become a place someone can truly call home.

What matters most to you when supporting participants and communities?
Taking the time to listen and understand individual needs so homes genuinely support the way people want to live.

What is something that always makes you smile?
Handing over a completed home and seeing the positive impact it will have.

I come from a family of renovators and from a young age I was involved in projects and learning how things are built. I am a civil engineer, developer and builder with a strong interest in how systems work and how people collaborate to solve problems. I enjoy innovation, technology and finding practical ways to bring ideas together.

At KinKera I focus on identifying opportunities that make sense not just on paper, but in the real world. I enjoy the challenge of aligning land, design and purpose to deliver housing that works for participants and communities alike.

What do you enjoy most about your role at KinKera?
Exploring innovative enabling solutions and seeing them become finished outcomes.

What matters most to you when supporting participants and communities?
Providing something that truly works and makes a meaningful difference in someone’s life.

What is something that always makes you smile?
Cake, or maybe just food in general.

I come from an architectural background and spent many years managing a design practice before moving into the SDA development space. That experience taught me how to balance creativity with technical precision, compliance and commercial realities. At KinKera I lead the design and compliance of SDA projects across multiple states, working closely with consultants, builders and our drafting team.

I’m deeply passionate about creating environments that are not only compliant, but dignified and thoughtfully designed around the people who will live in them. I believe good design has the power to make everyday life easier, safer and more enjoyable.

What do you enjoy most about your role at KinKera?
Bringing clarity to complex projects and seeing a design vision turn into a real home.

What matters most to you when supporting participants and communities?
Creating spaces that feel safe, considered and resolved, and that genuinely support lived experience.

What is something that always makes you smile?
That moment when a project finally clicks, and my daughter’s laughter.

I am a property and construction professional at heart and take pride in bringing two dimensional planning into three dimensional reality. I enjoy the journey of creation and the interaction between all the people involved along the way. Community matters deeply to me, and I believe everyone has something to contribute when given the opportunity.

At KinKera I value quality outcomes, collaboration and helping people feel settled and proud of where they live. A strong home creates a strong foundation for life, and I enjoy being part of that process.

What do you enjoy most about your role at KinKera?
The joy of creation and seeing the work of many people come together. I also enjoy travelling across Australia and appreciating how fortunate we are.

What matters most to you when supporting participants and communities?
Delivering quality outcomes that ease daily living and seeing genuine pride at handover.

What is something that always makes you smile?
My crazy dog. Small, fearless and always ready to take on the world.

I’m a Construction Supervisor at KinKera overseeing the delivery of SDA homes across Australia. I’ve always been inspired by the process of turning an empty block of land into something meaningful. Watching a space grow into a finished home never gets old.

At KinKera that process has deeper purpose. Every home is thoughtfully designed to support comfort, safety and independence, helping participants feel secure and truly at home.

What do you enjoy most about your role at KinKera?
Watching tenants move in and seeing the happiness that comes with a new beginning.

What matters most to you when supporting participants and communities?
Ensuring homes are built to a high standard and meet real needs.

What is something that always makes you smile?
Spending time with family and friends.

I’m a Construction Supervisor at KinKera overseeing projects from early planning through to completion. I work closely with builders, consultants and stakeholders to ensure each home is delivered with quality, safety and functionality front of mind.

I’m passionate about creating spaces that genuinely improve people’s lives, and I take pride in the details that make a home comfortable and reliable.

What do you enjoy most about your role at KinKera?
Seeing a project come together and become a finished home.

What matters most to you when supporting participants and communities?
Making sure homes are practical, comfortable and empowering for the people who live in them.

What is something that always makes you smile?
Handing over a completed home and knowing it will be lived in and loved.

I come from a logistics and supply chain background, previously working in event logistics where I learnt the importance of organization, responsiveness and customer experience. That foundation now supports my role in maintaining SDA homes, ensuring things run smoothly behind the scenes. I enjoy solving problems quickly and making sure every home is safe, comfortable and well looked after.

What do you enjoy most about your role at KinKera?
I enjoy working closely with providers, trades and participants to solve problems quickly and thoughtfully.

What matters most to you when supporting participants and communities?
Knowing that what may feel like a small or routine task to others can have a real impact on someone’s independence and everyday comfort.

What is something that always makes you smile?
Dogs, without a doubt. I’ve always had a soft spot for them so much so that my first tattoo was inspired by that endless love.

I studied Economics and Finance at the London School of Economics and began my career in development finance, working across the full funding lifecycle. That experience shaped my approach to combining commercial discipline with long term thinking. At KinKera I focus on ensuring developments are financially sound and thoughtfully delivered.

I’m passionate about creating homes that feel empowering, safe and genuinely designed around the people who live in them.

What do you enjoy most about your role at KinKera?
Seeing projects move from early concept through to delivery.

What matters most to you when supporting participants and communities?
Delivering homes with integrity and long term comfort in mind.

What is something that always makes you smile?
Good mates, great vibes and real football.

I am a qualified CPA with experience across finance, retirement living, aged care and construction. Prior to joining KinKera I worked across multiple sectors, which gave me a strong appreciation for how financial decisions support real world outcomes.

While my role sits behind the scenes, I enjoy knowing my work contributes to positive experiences for participants and teams.

What do you enjoy most about your role at KinKera?
Working with enthusiastic people who care about what they do.

What matters most to you when supporting participants and communities?
Seeing the outcomes through tenant stories and shared experiences.

What is something that always makes you smile?
A barbeque and a cold beer.

I’m a Landscape Architect inspired by nature, thoughtful design and spaces that bring people together. I love beautiful environments and the small details that make places feel welcoming and intentional. Being able to combine creativity, people and the outdoors is what I enjoy most about my work.

At KinKera I focus on creating outdoor spaces that support everyday life and connection.

What do you enjoy most about your role at KinKera?
Designing spaces that look beautiful and genuinely improve daily experience.

What matters most to you when supporting participants and communities?
Designing with empathy and centring people in every decision.

What is something that always makes you smile?
My adorable baby nephew.