About the Good Neighbours Movement
We believe better neighbourhoods don’t just happen – they’re built through insight, intention, and collaboration.
The Good Neighbours Movement is an independent advisory initiative committed to creating stronger, healthier, and more sustainable communities across Australia.
We bring together decades of experience in community consultation, placemaking, property strategy, experience design, and impact measurement – helping governments, developers, and organisations plan and deliver communities that are built to last.
What We Stand For
People-first planning
We advocate for neighbourhoods that support human connection, diversity, and equity from the start.
Evidence-based decisions
We use data and research to inform better policies, investments, and outcomes for all stakeholders.
Partnerships over silos
We align public, private, and community actors around shared goals and long-term thinking.
Impact that lasts
We believe the best developments leave a legacy — socially, economically, and environmentally.
The Reality
Our work addresses the real and rising challenges of new development:
· Planning inefficiencies and delays
· Transport and access gaps
· Inequitable service provision
· Ageing population needs
· Isolation and disconnection
· Inadequate community and education facilities
· Safety and security under threat
· Lack of engagement with youth cohorts
· Community underrepresented in planning and policy discussions
· Financial stress
· Disconnection from nature and environment
· Rising long-term government costs
We provide the insights, frameworks, and partnerships needed to shift from transactional development to transformational neighbourhoods - with people, purpose, and wellbeing at the centre.
Meet the Founders
Meet the Founders
Judi Carr
Director, Property Republic + PropSquad
Judi is a property marketing leader with over 30 years’ experience working with Australia’s most respected developers. She brings deep knowledge of buyer behaviour, masterplanned community strategy, and brand positioning – as well as a passion for helping the property industry step into its social responsibility.
“Community-building isn’t a nice-to-have – it’s a smart investment. When we get it right, everyone wins.”
Kate Stewart
Founder, Impact Strategist
Kate is a systems thinker and purpose-led strategist with a background in community activation, place experience, and sustainable events. Through her work with Every Bit Counts, she has advised government and industry leaders on how to turn civic intent into lived experience. Kate brings creativity, rigour, and a deep commitment to building communities that work for everyone.
“I’ve seen what happens when communities are treated as an afterthought – and what’s possible when they’re part of the plan from day one.”
Let’s Build Better
If you’re ready to shape communities that are more connected, inclusive, and future-focused, we’d love to talk.