Janelle Strachan – Coordinator, Chirnside Park Community Hub
In her capacity as Coordinator of Chirnside Park Community Hub, Jenelle Strachan finds it extremely rewarding to be actively involved in helping strengthen the community.
With previous experience as a manager, trainer and in finance, Jenelle is responsible for the smooth day- to- day operations at Chirnside.
Equally important, her role is to support and strength the community by providing a welcoming place for people to meet, feel a sense of belonging and a chance to develop their skills.
Jenelle is keen to deliver a wide range of programs, classes and activities that engage individuals of all ages. She welcomes all forms of feedback and suggestions.
“It is a privilege to be able to help people engage and have a sense of belonging in our community.”
Simone Whitehead – Coordinator, Yarra Junction Community Hub
A contagious and bubbly enthusiasm, is one of Simone Whitehead’s greatest assets as one of the coordinators of Cire Community Hub at Yarra Junction.
Her role involves planning, coordinating and delivering activities and programs to engage people of all ages and meet their needs. She is always on the lookout for additional initiatives to engage people and welcomes new ideas and feedback on existing programs.
Simone thoroughly enjoys welcoming people to the Hub to connect with others and feel a sense of belonging, as well as to learn.
Proud to call the Upper Yarra home for more than 10 years, Simone believes she is fortunate to belong to such a vibrant community.
“It is so rewarding to be part of Cire’s drive to help to facilitate community ownership, participation, access and equity through its Community Hubs.”
Penny Walters – Coordinator, Yarra Junction Community Hub
Penny Walters joined Cire in 2017 as Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer. While based at the then Community House at Yarra Junction, she became increasingly aware of its empowering role within the community through its extensive range of flexible learning opportunities and other important services and programs. Penny welcomed the chance to become a Community Hub Coordinator when the position arose.
She is excited about being part of a team planning, coordinating and delivering activities and programs to engage people of all ages and meet their needs, as well expand what Cire can offer the community.
As EA to the CEO and the fact she lives locally means Penny has some invaluable insights into needs and uniqueness of the Yarra Ranges community.
“It is exciting to be helping develop Cire’s Community Hubs and working as part of a team to serve our community in the best way possible.”
