Our Team
Our dedicated staff are here to work with you and give you quality support
About us and our staff
Tania Honey
Director/Founder and support worker
Philip Honey
Welcome to Honeyhive. Tania and I have been involved, in one way or another, on and off, with the disability sector since we met in 1993 in Ballarat. At the time I was completing a Fine Art degree in Painting, but after a few direction changes I ended up teaching stringed instruments for the next 30 years in and around Geelong and Townsville. While I was doing this as my main “gig” there was always extra space to do other work, when not teaching and performing, so I gravitated back to support work. I found the skills and disposition developed assisting (mostly) young people to achieve their musical goals, worked perfectly when applied to supporting participants in their everyday journey for a fuller more engaged life. Eventually the frustration of working for disability services that seemed stuck in just basic needs mode and the disruption of the COVID pandemic on music teaching/performing, I decided to start Honeyhive with Tania. Our motto, “go where you feel most alive” has been a guiding principle in both my own life, as well as in the support I have provided to participants, students, friends and family.
Alexi Jacimovic
Hi, I’m Lexi! I’m proactive in deepening my understanding of mental health and disability, I’m currently studying a Bachelor of Criminology/Bachelor of Psychological Science and completing my Certificate IV in Mental Health. I have a strong passion for creativity, particularly painting and digital art. I love spending my downtime playing video games and solving puzzles. I’m also a huge animal lover with two beautiful cats, and in my spare time, you’ll often find me curled up with them watching true crime or anime. What I love most about working at Honey Hive is the supportive team who make me feel valued as I continue to grow. I enjoy meeting a diverse range of people and knowing that the work we do truly makes a difference in their lives. Seeing someone gain confidence or independence is incredibly rewarding.
Gentilla Rilen
Support worker
Grant Tompkins
Support worker
Isla Coppock
Hi! I’m Isla and I’ve been with Honey Hive since March 2023. I’m super passionate about assisting people who need a little extra support in their lives to be as independent as possible, and to reach their goals. I have my Cert III individual support, and before working in disability, I briefly worked as a PCA in aged care. I’m an absolute animal nut, and have two sooky labradors I’m obsessed with. I enjoy watching movies, especially horror, and reading classic fiction when I manage to find the time. I would love to have the opportunity to get to know and support you!
Luke Wright
Hi, I'm Luke! I joined Honey Hive in early 2025 and am currently completing a Bachelor's of Psychological Science. I'm passionate about helping people develop fullfilling and independent lives, as well as create a empowering environment where an individual feels valued and supported. Outside of work I very much enjoy playing video games, practicing guitar, going to the beach, carpentry, art, and especially spending time with our dog Tilly. I love incorporating shared interests with my clients, and very much look forward to being able to support you and your goals.
Natalie Hefferman
support worker
Suzanne Paton
support worker