Governance
Hampton Park Care Group Inc. is a not-for-profit, Charitable Incorporated Association, established to support individuals of all ages and backgrounds to belong, be and become and to support our local community to lead active and full lives through information, education, and service provision and advocacy.
Hampton Park Care Group Inc. Board of Governance sets the strategic direction and provides leadership and guidance for the organisation to deliver on its strategic initiatives, through strong governance and agile decision-making.
The Annual General Meeting is usually held in March or before the end of May.
Notice of the meeting is sent to all Hampton Park Care Group Inc. members, who are also invited to attend the meeting
Related Information
Hampton Park Care Group Inc. Constitution (PDF)
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Governance Policies
Board Recruitment and Composition Policy
Child Safety Code of Conduct for Members of the Board of Governance
Compliments and Complaints Policy
Governance and Management Policy
Governance Policy - Conflict of Interest
Information Communication Policy
Safeguarding Vulnerable Persons Policy
The Board
Jeff McAlpine – Chair, Hampton Park Community House
Jeff has over 40 years’ professional experience, working primarily across local government in a range of disciplines, including senior roles in economic development and strategic planning at the Waverley Council in Sydney and the Monash Council in Melbourne.
With a strong background in Town Planning, Strategic Planning, Economic Development and Property Law, in 2016 Jeff established the Eastern Innovation Business Centre – a high tech facility in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs that provides an accelerator environment for local businesses to turn innovative ideas into commercial successes. He was Executive Member of the Centre Board for four years.
Earlier in his career, from 1975 until 1987, Jeff studied at the University of Melbourne and was awarded a Bachelors of Town and Regional Planning, a Bachelors of Law, a Masters of Urban Planning and a Masters of Environmental Studies.
Jeff furthered his legal studies in 1992, when he graduated from Victoria’s Leo Cussen Institute (a highly regarded independent centre of excellence for practical legal training). A year later, he was admitted to the Supreme Court of Victoria and registered as a practitioner with the High Court of Australia.
Jeff is passionate about people. He has a network of connections and, no matter where he is in the world, his focus is on community. His depth and breadth of knowledge and experience place him well as an expert mediator and mentor.
Jeff lives for his classic Holden cars and can often be seen engaging with people who stop to talk to him about his vehicles. In 2022, he was President of the Lion’s Pride Holden Car Club Inc.
Jeff is a man who is passionate about his community. He brings a wealth of diverse professional skills, business acumen and genuine dedication to his role as Chair of the Hampton Park Community House.
Diane Leak – Secretary/Public Officer, Hampton Park Community House
Diane has happily lived, worked and been active in and around Hampton Park since 1975 and, since then, has been known locally as a caring, committed and involved community member.
Her contribution to community has seen extensive experience in Stakeholder Management across a range of not-for-profit organisations and, a subject dear to her heart, Religious Education.
As well, Diane also has enjoyed over 30 years’ co-ordination and liaison experience with Hampton Park local schools. Working closely with educators and children has always been vital.
She also has much lived experience and has volunteered tirelessly with local groups – Hampton Park Community Event Management, Community Gardens and Food Relief – for over 40 years.
Diane has also held governance roles in Hampton Park Uniting Church council where forged close ties with community and worked actively to support vulnerable people.
Professionally, Diane specialises in the area of Children’s Services as an experienced early-years and play group facilitator.
More broadly, her work in Community Services within the Hampton Park Precinct Partners group and Neighbourhood House Social Support activities sees Diane respected as a dedicated and hardworking contributor to the lives of people of all ages and from all backgrounds.
John Minicz - Board Member
John, happily married and living in Berwick, has a rich background in Process Automation and Systems Integration across diverse sectors including manufacturing, financial services, retail, telecommunications, health, and logistics. Renowned for his strategic vision, John excels in designing comprehensive solutions to complex problems.
His extensive commercial practice spans client acquisition, design-build-operate projects, bid and proposal management, contract negotiation, executive presentations, patent administration, software integration, complex solution selling, SLA management, and vendor selection. John's expertise is built on years of tackling challenging multi-disciplinary scenarios, giving him a broad knowledge of companies, suppliers, products, systems, and processes.
Early in his career, John led projects generating multi-million-dollar revenues by collaborating with specialist partners for co-designed solutions. His experience managing large enterprise clients and project delivery teams has honed his leadership and project management skills.
John holds a BE in Electrical and Electronic Engineering and a Grad. Dip. in Marketing. His recent co-publication on the prospects and challenges of emerging point-of-care devices and AI in public health highlights his thought leadership. Current projects include planning electricity infrastructure, AI-based health assessment systems, remote patient monitoring, and digital therapeutics, reflecting his commitment to leveraging technology for societal benefit. John is a Director at Energy Circle Holdings Pty Ltd, developing infrastructure projects in East Africa.
Matthew Keith - Board Member
Matthew (Matt) Keath is a registered lawyer and nationally accredited mediator. He comes from a business background, and has completed an Advanced Diploma of Legal Practice, a Bachelor of Laws (Honors), and a Graduate Diploma of Legal of legal practice.
Professionally, Matt works in family law, appearing regularly in both the federal Family Court of Australia, and in the one of the Victorian Magistrate Courts. His mediation work supports families in conflict to come to workable resolutions regarding difficult and complex problems and issues, through an attentive, empathetic, and trust building framework.
Matt is proud of his pro-bono work with the Renters and Housing Union advocating for vulnerable renters by helping them navigate the residential tenancy laws, and if required, representing them in the VCAT. He has a keen interest in supporting people often left behind in our community, guided by the principals of attentiveness, responsibility, competence, and responsiveness
Outside of his professional life the Matt loves spending time with his wife, three children, two poodles, and his extended family who are spread across Victoria. He has a great interest in gardening and loves to get his hands dirty in the family’s vegetable patch.
A long-time member of the Carlton Football Club, an ideal Saturday afternoon is watching the Blues beating the Pies at the hallowed MCG. Matt is also a keen reader with a strong interest in philosophy, particularly the French thinker Gilles Deleuze. Two of his favorite novels are the Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy and 1984. When he can find the time, he also loves to rewatch the extended cut of the Lord of the Rings trilogy.
The Executive Team
Kate Madden – Executive Officer, Hampton Park Community House
Kate brings a wealth of diverse and interesting professional experience and qualifications to her senior leadership role at Hampton Park Community House.
With a 20-plus year career spanning strong Community Development and leadership practice, Kate took on the role of Hampton Park Community House Manager in January 2020. She is currently the Executive Officer for Hampton Park Care Group Inc.
Kate’s achievements in community leadership are extensive. They include senior positions as Executive Officer for Diamond Valley Learning Centre, Community Manager for Laurimar Town Centre (in the City of Whittlesea) and Community Development Coordinator for Parkinson’s Victoria.
Academically, Kate has an impressive record of qualifications. She has earned a Bachelor of Arts-Psychology (University of Port Elizabeth), a Diploma of Management (RMIT), an Advanced Diploma of Community Management (PRACE), a Cert IV in Training and Assessment (TAE 16) Eltham Learning Centre, and is a Graduate of the Centre for Courage and Renewal Facilitation Program.
A lifelong learner, Kate is presently completing a Bachelor of Education at Swinburne University.
Kate was a Board Director for the Dear Dyslexic Foundation for three years. She is a current member of the Institute of Community Directors, IAP2 (International Association for Public Participation) and ANZACATA, the peak professional body representing creative arts therapists in Australia, New Zealand and the Asia Pacific region.
Kate brings a unique combination of professional commitment, energy and focus to her role as Executive Officer.
Hoang Phan – Finance Officer, Hampton Park Community House
Hoang Phan joins the Hampton Park Community House Governance Team as our Finance Officer, bringing over a decade of experience in business advisory and financial management. A Partner at JPR Business Group, Hoang has worked in public practice since 2011, supporting start-ups and small to medium enterprises across a wide range of industries, including hospitality, logistics, entertainment, property investment, and construction.
Hoang is known for his practical, client-focused approach—working collaboratively to provide tailored financial guidance and clear communication that supports informed decision-making. His deep understanding of business challenges comes not only from his advisory work but also from first-hand experience, having previously operated several well-loved cafés in Melbourne’s Bayside area with his wife.
Outside of his professional role, Hoang enjoys staying active as a social badminton player and is a dedicated fan of the UFC. He is passionate about supporting local communities and looks forward to contributing to the financial sustainability and growth of Hampton Park Community House.
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