The founding Civic team

Carlton carries the founding vision of the Republic of D'Key and D'Key Civic – blending sovereignty, compassion and practical community action into one living project.

With a background in education and a natural gift for working with children, Maria helps shape gentle, creative and confidence-building spaces for young people.

Trudy brings warmth, wisdom and decades of community experience, helping ensure elders and vulnerable neighbours are seen, remembered and supported.

KK is the planning and decor queen – turning ideas into real gatherings, workshops and events that feel welcoming, beautiful and carefully thought through.