The Vukelic Group of companies, based in Bunbury, has grown from the humble beginnings of founder Paul Vukelic as a service station proprietor in 1956, to used & new cars and now a large quality diversified property portfolio across the South West of Western Australia. Investment Portfolio Predominately, Retail property assets largely neighbourhood shopping centres make-up much of the groups assets complimented by several commercial and industrial property assets. Backed by the groups strong diversified property portfolio the group also has interests in the mining, technology, agriculture, beverage and marine manufacturing industries. Believing that strong partnerships are key to success this forms a large part of our investment decision process. The group continually seeks new and innovative investment opportunities to add to their investment portfolio across all sectors. Philanthropy The group’s directors and shareholders have been active contributors on the boards and committees of numerous community organisations in the fields of health, tourism, higher education, regional development, sporting, chambers of commerce, employment, government advisory, disability employment, schools among others. They have also held leadership roles on several of those boards and committees. In addition, the family have been generous donors to school and community infrastructure and activities, and sponsors of numerous community events in health, junior sport, arts and entertainment. Family Office Board Following a thorough review of company operations in 2015-6, company governance and reporting structures have been improved and the first independent Board Chairman appointed to the Vukelic Family Office Board. The group is committed to sound succession planning and creating opportunities for current and future generations to be involved in the business, and in philanthropy through service.