Our Team & Board
Kerri Jefferis
Centre Manager
Kerri brings a hybrid brain to her leadership role at the Centre with years of experience in community organising, social art projects, tertiary education and third sector work.
She is a habitual plotter, thrives in collaborative contexts and is committed to creating spaces full of transformative potential.
Kerri has worked in universities, colleges, community interest companies, social enterprises, and was self-employed for several years facilitating projects and workshops, teaching, and working as an evaluation consultant.
She has a BA in Visual Art, a Postgraduate Diploma in Academic Practice in Art, Design and Communication and is a self-confessed Community Development nerd.
Kerri joined the Centre in early 2022 as Community Engagement Officer and has since moved into the role of Manager. She is a BIG fan girl of Vic Park!
Alice Goodall
Venue & Place Coordinator
Hello I’m Alice, the Facilities and Administration Officer here, as well as the Volunteer and Playgroup Coordinator.
I support the day-to-day operations of the Centre and assist community members with bookings and enquiries, while also supporting the delivery of programs and events.
I have a strong focus on client engagement, digital support, and community connection, and I enjoy helping people feel welcomed, informed, and supported when they visit the Centre.
You’ll often find me around the centre, happy to help and always up for a cuppa and a friendly chat. I’m passionate about volunteering, playgroups, and creating inclusive and engaging opportunities that bring people together.
Outside of work, I enjoy gardening (even when the weeds are winning!) and I’m always keen to chat about plants, community projects, or swap book recommendations.
Tracy Gordon-Velle
Community Programs & Accounts
Tracy is an active and well-known member of the Victoria Park community, bringing over 25 years of professional experience across finance, business, marketing, and projects.
With a diverse skill set, Tracy’s qualifications span behavioural and personal finance management, counselling, and healing, allowing her to take a holistic and people-centred approach to her work. She is highly experienced in project and event management, excelling at developing ideas that deliver genuine community benefit and bringing the right people together to turn those ideas into successful, collaborative projects.
A Xero wiz, Tracy is always looking for innovative ways to use technology to improve systems, streamline processes, and deliver better results.
Outside of work, Tracy is a boss mum, a singer in a band, a basketball coach, and an enthusiastic volunteer, contributing to her neighbourhood through a variety of community-focused roles.
Niamh Joyce
(Acting) Chairperson
As a resident of Victoria Park for a number of years, Niamh is an avid supporter of the Victoria Park Community Centre and is embracing the opportunity to serve that community as the Vice Chair this year.
To this role, she brings a strong sense of purpose, intention, collaboration and governance built around an internal values system that prioritises integrity and belonging, inclusiveness and engagement.
Professionally, she has over 25 years experience with multinational organisations and multiregional exposure across all areas of regulatory compliance and governance within the environmental and occupational health and safety functions.
Francesca Pandolfino
Secretary
A passionate and collaborative leader, I bring 18+ years’ experience in work health and safety, injury management and stakeholder engagement across the public, private and not-for-profit sectors. I build high-performing teams and strong relationships through empathy, curiosity and positivity, helping create safety cultures and supportive workplaces.
Committed to social justice, equity and environmental protection, I spent six+ years volunteering, campaigning and serving as an office bearer for a political party grounded in ecological sustainability, grassroots democracy and non-violence. As a VPCC Board member and Secretary, I look forward to contributing my experience in governance, advocacy, facilitation, strategic planning and community engagement to help this community hub continue to thrive.
Originally from multicultural London, I have called Western Australia home for more than 20 years and now live in the Town of Victoria Park. I enjoy creativity, reading, learning, live music, Pilates, walking in nature and finding joy wherever I can.
Dr Peter Devereux is a passionate educator and practitioner who thrives on work in his community drawing on cross-cultural experience from all around the world.
He has lived in Carlisle for over thirty years and is always keen to find ways to tackle community concerns and interests with collaborative practical and policy oriented solutions that enhance sustainability and liveability for everyone.
Peter was an elected Councillor in the Town of Victoria Park between 2021 and 2025 and is still actively involved with many local community and sporting groups.
Peter Devereux
Committee
Nola Amato
Committee
Professionally, she brings more than 25 years of experience in the IT industry, working with organisations across a diverse range of business sectors. Throughout her career, she has held numerous strategic and leadership roles, developing a strong sense of purpose and vision, along with a collaborative approach to driving outcomes and delivering results.
Driven by a strong commitment to community service, she has contributed her time to numerous not-for-profit organisations and championed initiatives that strengthen and support the community.
Nola believes that meaningful community engagement can foster greater inclusion and belonging, ultimately contributing to the upliftment and empowerment of individuals and communities.
Steph is a CPA and works in the commercial sector, with a passion for overseeing financial outcome and contributing to business success.
She has recently returned to volunteering and is eager to give back by offering her skills as a board member. As a mother of two, she balances professional excellence with a strong commitment to community service, bringing strategic financial insight and leadership to every endeavour.
Stephanie Chu
Treasurer
Hi. I'm Peter,
Over the years I have been involved in Scouting as a leader (30+ yrs); member of a Bushfire Brigade (4 yrs); President of a very successful Volleyball club (10 yrs); Commodore of a Sailing Club (4 yrs); University Union Board Member (2 yrs + 1 as Chair).
I am committed to Volunteering to the best of my ability and relish the opportunity to expand my role in governance of the Vic Park Community Centre (VPCC).
I believe the VPCC offers some great opportunities for a wide range of our local community as well as those further afield. Our staff are a small but highly skilled group who are committed to operating to the highest standards, and are consistently helpful and friendly to all users.
I would be pleased to meet and chat with anyone with new ideas for the progress of the aims of the Centre, particularly at any of the regular Cultural Dinners held at the Centre.
Peter Batty
Committee
Morgane is a graphic designer, illustrator and creative director with over 15 years of experience in the creative industry and more than 10 years running her own design studio. Much of her work is with community organisations and purpose-led businesses, using creativity and design to support projects with a positive social impact.
Originally from France, Morgane brings a multicultural perspective alongside her creative, communication and small business experience. She is looking forward to contributing these skills to the Victoria Park Community Centre Board and supporting its diverse local community.
Morgane Guedj
Committee
Emily Berson
Committee
Through her studies, Emily has developed a strong commitment to fairness, equity, and community advocacy. She is currently studying a Juris Doctor at UWA while working at Sussex Street Community Law, where she supports vulnerable and disadvantaged members of the community.
Emily coordinates volunteers and interns and contributes to community legal education initiatives and client-facing work. Through this role, she has developed strong organisational, communication, and community engagement skills, as well as a broad network across the local community.
Emily is passionate about using her legal knowledge, practical experience, and connections to support and strengthen the community centre.