President

Chris McGeachan is President of Home Ground Hub and a former police officer who believes in early intervention over punishment. He works to create positive role models, safe programs and stronger pathways for young people before challenges escalate.

Vice President

Peter Firth is Vice President of Home Ground Hub and Facilitator of the Yarra Futsal Network. As founder of Futsal 4 Life, he promotes accessible social futsal that strengthens physical wellbeing, connection and belonging.

Executive Board Member / President of Yarra Futsal Ballers

Phu Nguyen progressed from a participant in Yarra’s public housing programs to President of Yarra Futsal Ballers and an Executive Board Member of Home Ground Hub. He now helps create sport and leadership opportunities for the next generation.

Executive Board Member / President of Fitzroy Lions

Abdul Malik is a respected Yarra mentor and founder of Fitzroy Lions, created to make community soccer accessible for young people unable to afford club fees.

Media Director

Secretary

Fitzroy Lions Technical Director

Local Area Coordinator

Known as “Aunty Helen,” Helen Hailu has supported the community and advocated for local young people and families for more than a decade.

Youth Worker

Mariam Taleb is an experienced youth worker, mentor and coach supporting young people from diverse backgrounds, including those with disability and additional needs.

Community Leader

Growing up in Fitzroy, Manyiel Achol saw the value of Cubbies firsthand and now works to create the same opportunities for the next generation.

Honorary Board Member

Steve Earl has supported young people living in Yarra’s public housing communities for more than 20 years through local organisations, foundations and his business.

Camp Coordinator

Program Coordinator