Bruce farmed at “Chester”, Westwood, with his wife Katrina and four children. Now, his sons Andrew and Sam run the farm. Throughout his farming life, Bruce was involved in many community organisations including Chairman of Woolmers Foundation, chaired local and regional Land Care Groups and Launceston and Westbury Shows. Since retiring, Bruce and Katrina have moved into Launceston and have been keen to help with local communities especially Cape Hope Foundation and its vision for a “hand up” philosophy. Bruce has been a member of the Cape Hope Board for the past five years.

Richard has been a Cape Hope Foundation Committee member for some years and is currently the Honorary Treasurer. Prior to retirement Richard was Business Manager at Scotch Oakburn College for many years. Richard and Penny have three adult children, who all grew up in Launceston, and five grandchildren. Richard believes focussed philanthropy builds better, stronger and happier communities.

Emily joined the Cape Hope Foundation committee in January 2024 and is currently the secretary. Emily has extensive corporate experience, with 15 years supporting Audit and Risk Advisory professionals. She now works for an established local business in Launceston and is passionate about playing an active role in the community in which she is raising her children.

Hugh, a retired Chartered Accountant, has dedicated his post-retirement years to community development roles. He values integrity, lives by the principle of “don’t say, do,” and actively contributes to Launceston’s community across a variety of influential roles, including Chair and a founding member of the Cape Hope Foundation. Hugh enjoys an active lifestyle and cherishes family time with his wife, Gina, his sons, and grandchildren.

Anita joined the Cape Hope Foundation committee in January 2023. Having reached a time in her life where she was able to give back, and being aware of the incredible work of the foundation, Anita knew it was exactly the kind of organisation that aligned with her values. Anita appreciates the foundation’s ethos of "a hand up not a handout" as well as the foundation’s support of programs that have the power to provide recipients with the potential for a better future. Anita has 2 wonderful grown-up children and is soon to be grandmother to 2 little ones. She has a love for spending time with her family, living a healthy life and travelling.

John has been a member of the committee since January 2024. He is a Senior Environment Specialist with Telstra and has a particular interest in elevating the important role that nature and the environment plays in a connected and caring community. He is deeply invested in making a lasting contribution to his community and eager to support programs that offer a hand up to those who need it.

Dom recently retired after 33 years at the UTAS (Launceston), where he now holds the title of Emeritus Professor. He has held several senior academic and administrative positions both at UTAS and nationally and is passionate about improving access to education at all levels and creating opportunities for greater connection. Dom and his partner, Suezanne, have five children and three granddaughters. They are eager to give back to the community that has been so good to them. In retirement, he serves on several not-for-profit boards, enjoys gardening and travelling, and perpetually trying to lose weight.