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PEOPLE
UKARIA is a not for profit company listed on the Register of Cultural Organisations.
It was founded by Ulrike Klein AO in 2009 and Chaired by David Minns from 2011–February 2020. David played a vital role in the strategic growth of UKARIA and the construction of the Cultural Centre. Today the Board is Chaired by Rob Brookman AM.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
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UKARIA FOUNDATION DIRECTORS
David McKee AO, Chair
Amanda Harkness
Diana McLaurin
Kirsty Roderick
STAFF
UKARIA consists of a small, dedicated team of core staff (FTE 6.2 ) who work across the Mt Barker Cultural Centre and our Pirie St office.
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CASUAL STAFF
UKARIA is supported by professional casual staff across Venue Management, Gardening, Food & Beverage and Front of House. The day to day operations function thanks to this team of talented staff.
Adam Hancock Head Gardener | Andrew Plummer Gardener | Jacob Hurrell Gardening & Maintenance Assistant | |