At Enabling Pathways, we blend compassion with innovation across our Youth, Care, and Community divisions, emphasising client-centred support at every turn. Our commitment is to empower young people, provide tailored assistance to individuals with disabilities, and strengthen community ties.
We’re dedicated to helping each person we serve to realise their potential and make meaningful contributions to society, ensuring that every service we offer is as unique as the individuals we support.
"Empowering Lives, Enabling Futures"
At Enabling Pathways, we are committed to carving out empowering pathways in life for all our participants. Through our dedicated divisions - Youth, Care, and Community - we strive to provide safe, nurturing environments, equal opportunities, and holistic support, enabling every individual to realise their goals and positively contribute to society.
Luke Haupapa is the dynamic Managing Director at Enabling Pathways, with a decade-long tenure in the community service sector of Far North Queensland. A specialist in Child Safety, the NDIS, and training development,
Luke’s expertise extends to being a Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Trainer, where he plays a vital role in equipping our staff with the training and qualifications necessary for effectively working with young people and families. With roots in New Zealand and as a proud member of the Ngāti Mutunga tribe, Luke brings a profound cultural perspective to his leadership. His track record as a director is marked by significant accomplishments, having successfully managed multiple businesses with a strategic and culturally informed approach.
Daniel MacKinnon, our Director at Enabling Pathways, exemplifies a blend of technical expertise and strategic oversight. His impressive career includes serving as a project manager and lead engineer, where he has steered multiple full project cycles within the Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Management (EPCM) domain, specifically in coal, copper & gold mine processing plants.
Daniel has also demonstrated leadership as a Senior Engineer in the maritime sector, managing a team as a defence contractor for a class of Navy Warships. Transitioning his extensive project management and financial acumen to the community services industry, Daniel has spent the last two and a half years devising innovative programs that enhance the community services sector, contributing to Enabling Pathways’ mission to foster impactful community initiatives.
Justin Ericson, our Director at Enabling Pathways, is a finance maestro with a commendable academic background from James Cook University Cairns.
A Certified Practicing Accountant, he brings over 15 years of expansive experience in diverse fields, including tax, corporate recovery, asset protection, and finance. His career, marked by a significant partnership at a leading accounting firm in the Cairns Tablelands, showcases his profound expertise in sectors like property, rural enterprise, and international business. Known for his strategic insights in business turnaround and risk management, Justin’s role at Enabling Pathways transcends the conventional Director duties.
He adeptly handles responsibilities akin to a Virtual CFO, Chairman, and CEO for various entities, both locally and internationally, making his contribution to our organisation not just valuable but also transformational.
Pietro Girgenti is a respected Solicitor with extensive experience in Queensland and Victoria, well-versed in a range of legal areas.
As the founder of Girgenti Lawyers in 2009, he expanded the firm to three offices before its sale in 2019. Re-entering private practice in 2021, Pietro now specialises in a referral-only model for businesses. He also plays a vital role as Enabling Pathways’ Legal Advisor, providing invaluable guidance and legal insights to navigate complex issues. Additionally, as a Non-Executive Director at Forever Wild (Global), he contributes to pioneering conservation efforts.
Pietro’s diverse expertise extends to directorship roles in technology and environmental sectors, underscoring his multifaceted leadership and commitment to impactful endeavours.
Juliana Farelo, our Business Support Executive at Enabling Pathways, is a dynamic professional with a rich educational background, including Bachelor’s degrees in Business Administration and Tourism Management, complemented by a Master’s in Human Resources. Her journey in the HR field spans over 7 years, enriched by a successful 5-year tenure running her own business and a decade in various managerial roles.
Juliana’s current role involves leading our Business Support Team, which encompasses HR, Payroll, Finance, and IT. She skillfully manages a team of around 7 professionals, blending strategic vision with a hands-on approach. Her entrepreneurial drive, leadership skills, and deep understanding of diverse business operations mark her as a key contributor to our company’s success.
Naomi is the Child Safety Manager at Enabling Pathways, bringing over 20 years of expertise in the Youth and Children Sector to our team. Her journey, highlighted by roles such as Executive Program Manager and Case Manager, is underpinned by her academic achievements, including an Advanced Diploma in Community Sector Management and a Diploma in Child, Youth, and Family Intervention.
At Enabling Pathways, Naomi leads the strategic and operational management of our Therapeutic Residential Care Services, aimed at supporting young people in Out Of Home Care. She is pivotal in steering our dedicated team towards impactful outcomes and represents our mission and values to partners, media, and government agencies. Naomi’s drive is fuelled by her belief in the transformative power of youth and her commitment to ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive in a safe and supportive environment.
Anthony, our esteemed Cultural Engagement Officer, is a proud descendant of the Wulgurukaba people, whose heritage is deeply rooted north of the Ross River in Townsville, an area shared with the neighbouring Bindal people to the south. The Wulgurukaba, known as the ‘Canoe People’, have a rich history spanning from Cape Cleveland to Magnetic Island.
Anthony brings a unique blend of expertise to our team, having spent nearly a decade in the construction industry as a steel fixer and concreter. His journey then led him to significant roles within the State Government, including impactful work with the Department of Seniors and Disabilities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships. Anthony has been instrumental in numerous community initiatives such as the Townsville Indigenous Network Forum, Local Thriving Communities, and tracks to Treaty, as well as vital projects in remote communities like Palm Island and Jumbin.
07 4285 2100
hello@enablingpathways.org.au
133 Aumuller Street, Cairns 4870