Australian Social Enterprises

West Galari Wiradyuri Traditional Owner Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous corporation registered in NSW, representing the Traditional Owners of the West Galari Wiradyuri country. As a Traditional Owner group, it likely focuses on protecting cultural heritage, managing traditional lands, and advancing the social and economic interests of its Wiradyuri members.

Westcare Incorporated is a Australian Disability Enterprise (ADE) and a not-for-profit Social Enterprise, providing meaningful employment, high quality development opportunities, training and accommodation for people living with a disability. We have been carrying out our mission since 1947. Westcare is a registered NDIS service providerAs an ADE, Westcare provides a wide range of employment and training across our commercial businesses, these being: Westcare Print (Nedlands, WA)A commercial printing facility offering a full range of graphic materials from stickers to signage. We also provide a full end to end secure mail service, from processing, printing and delivery to receipt and sorting of physical mail. Westcare Box (Bassendan, WA)Westcare manufacture spare part boxes, pathology containers and storage products all made in Australia from fully recyclable materials. Westcare Foodpak (Bassendean, WA)Westcare decant large volume goods such as powders or granular products into small volume packaging for resale (think flour or spices). We offer either a standard or organic food processing environment, both being fully audited to the relevant Australian standards. Westcare Industrial Packaging (Bassendean, WA)Westcare provide a fulfilment service at any volume to assist getting your products to your customers. Our team are Pick and Pack specialists. Westcare also provide independent accommodation services at our Westcare Accommodation Services based in Shenton Park, WA. ISO9001:2015HACCP & Organic Certification Westcare maintains its support to people living with a disability through its independent commercial contracts. Revenue from our commercial enterprises are channelled back into the organisation to fund training, accommodation and work opportunities for people living with a disability. Westcare has over 200 employees in total of which approximately 84% are people living with a disability. Consequently Westcare is directly benefitting supported employees, their carers, families and loved ones.

The Western Yalanji Aboriginal Corporation RNTBC is a Registered Native Title Body Corporate responsible for holding and managing the native title rights and interests of the Western Yalanji people in Queensland. Its core function is to facilitate self-determination, cultural preservation, and sustainable land management for its community members.

Whadjuk Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous corporation registered with ORIC, likely serving as a Registered Native Title Body Corporate (RNTBC) for the Whadjuk Noongar people in Western Australia. Its core function involves managing native title rights and interests, aiming to benefit its members and the broader Indigenous community through cultural preservation and community development.

Widi Aboriginal Corporation RNTBC is an Indigenous corporation established to hold and manage native title rights and interests for the Widi people in Queensland. As a Registered Native Title Body Corporate, its primary social impact involves protecting cultural heritage, managing traditional lands, and fostering self-determination for its community.

Our mission is to provide meaningful paid employment, personal growth opportunities and other support services in a safe and happy environment for people living with disability. Our more than 40 Supported Employees are placed in work most suited to their physical and intellectual strengths and personal preferences. Willing & Able has a variety of successful businesses which continue to provide employment for its Supported Employees in the Port Macquarie Hastings Region. These being - Op Shop, Woodwork, Renovation & Recycling Warehouse, Coffee Bar and Commercial Laundry. We also provide recycling and assembly and packaging services. Willing and Able pride ourselves on our contribution to the community. Not only do we support adults living with disability, we work in partnership with various businesses and other community organisations to be as environmentally responsible and sustainable as possible. The Foundation is a vibrant and sustainable social enterprise, providing employment opportunities and support pathways for our friendly, willing, and able people.

Willum Warrain Aboriginal Association operates a 100% Aboriginal owned and run Bush Nursery specializing in indigenous plants of the Mornington Peninsula. They also provide Cultural Immersion Tours, Cultural Awareness Training, and other services like catering and horticulture, primarily benefiting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Their work fosters cultural understanding, environmental conservation, and provides employment and training opportunities within the Indigenous community.

The Wilyakali Native Title Aboriginal Corporation RNTBC is an Indigenous corporation in South Australia responsible for holding and managing native title rights and interests for the Wilyakali people. Its core function involves representing and protecting the cultural heritage and land rights of its members, aiming to foster their social, cultural, and economic well-being.

The Wiradjuri Cultural & Environmental Rangers Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous organisation dedicated to the protection and management of Wiradjuri cultural heritage and the environment. Through Indigenous-led ranger services, it aims to preserve cultural knowledge, conserve natural landscapes, and foster community well-being.

Wiradjuri Wellington Aboriginal Town Common (Aboriginal Corporation) is an Indigenous corporation that manages the Aboriginal Town Common in Wellington, NSW, on behalf of the local Wiradjuri people. The organisation focuses on land management, cultural heritage preservation, and delivering community benefits to First Nations peoples in the region.

The Wirangu Aboriginal Corporation RNTBC is a Registered Native Title Body Corporate (RNTBC) managing native title rights and interests for the Wirangu people in South Australia. It works to protect cultural heritage, promote self-determination, and support the social and economic development of its Indigenous community.

The Wirangu and Nauo Aboriginal Corporation RNTBC is an Indigenous corporation responsible for holding and managing native title rights and interests for the Wirangu and Nauo peoples in South Australia. Its primary social impact involves the protection of cultural heritage, land, and the promotion of self-determination for its community members.

Wirrilimarra Banyjima Custodians Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous corporation that aims to preserve the traditions and promote community well-being of the Wirrilimarra Banyjima people through custodianship and management of cultural heritage and land. The organisation focuses on preserving cultural heritage and promoting community well-being. It works towards the betterment of the Indigenous community in Western Australia.

WISE is committed to creating socially inclusive, strong and financially sustainable social enterprises that provide commercially competitive services for customers but trade for the social benefit of their employees. We operate three not for profit social enterprises employing approximately 300 staff. Many of our team would not be given a chance in the open employment market.

Woppaburra Saltwater Aboriginal Corporation RNTBC is a Registered Native Title Body Corporate that holds and manages native title rights and interests for the Woppaburra people of Queensland. The corporation focuses on sustainable management of traditional lands and waters, cultural preservation, and community development initiatives for its Indigenous members.

Woppaburra TUMRA Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous organisation representing the Woppaburra people, likely focused on the Traditional Use of Marine Resources (TUMRA). This suggests its work involves managing and protecting their traditional marine resources within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, ensuring cultural preservation and environmental stewardship for the Woppaburra community.

Workpower is based in Perth and provides a varied range of products and services within our social enterprises across Western Australia providing employment and training opportunities for people with disability Workpower operates a diverse group of commercial businesses that employ people with disability who work alongside industry professionals. Some of our businesses include environmental services, property services, fire equipment testing, electrical test & tag, packaging & warehousing and recycling. Workpower’s diverse range of enterprises provide a vehicle to develop a positive public profile for people with disability and give the community better understanding of the impact of disability. Having businesses that work in the community is one of the most effective ways to show that people with disability can make a valued contribution to the everyday life of the community. Each year Workpower assists over 1,000 people with disability and/or mental illness to secure and maintain employment in its own commercial businesses or with community employers. The benefits to our employees and their families extend beyond just earning an income, for example our integrated business model facilitates an environment of self-help and self-reliance which supports the development of natural networks and relationships around shared interests.

Wulli Wulli Nation Aboriginal Corporation RNTBC is an Indigenous corporation responsible for holding and managing the native title rights and interests for the Wulli Wulli people in Queensland. Its social impact revolves around cultural preservation, sustainable land management, and fostering community development for its members.

Wuthathi Aboriginal Corporation RNTBC is a Registered Native Title Body Corporate responsible for managing the native title rights and interests of the Wuthathi people in Queensland. It aims to protect cultural heritage, manage traditional lands, and pursue opportunities for the social and economic benefit of its community.

Yanama Budyari Gumada Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous organisation registered in NSW. While specific program details are not available, its email address suggests a core focus on 'Caring for Country,' indicating activities related to land management, environmental conservation, and cultural heritage preservation. The corporation likely aims to empower Indigenous communities and contribute to the well-being of the land and its people.

Yandruwandha Yawarrawarrka Traditional Land Owners (Aboriginal Corporation) RNTBC is an Indigenous corporation responsible for holding and managing native title rights and interests for the Yandruwandha Yawarrawarrka people in South Australia. As a Registered Native Title Body Corporate, its social impact lies in supporting Indigenous self-determination, cultural heritage protection, and sustainable land management for its Traditional Owners.

Yankanjini Aboriginal Corporation RNTBC is an Indigenous corporation established to hold and manage native title rights and interests for the Yankanjini people. Its primary social impact is to empower the Indigenous community by ensuring the protection and sustainable management of their traditional lands and cultural heritage.

Yankunytjara Matutjara Aboriginal Corporation RNTBC is an Indigenous corporation responsible for holding and managing native title rights and interests for the Yankunytjara Matutjara people. As a Registered Native Title Body Corporate, its primary social impact lies in supporting Indigenous self-determination, cultural heritage preservation, and land management for its community.

Yankunytjatjara Native Title Aboriginal Corporation RNTBC is a Registered Native Title Body Corporate that holds and manages the native title rights and interests of the Yankunytjatjara people, facilitating Indigenous self-determination and cultural heritage protection. The organisation also creates economic opportunities for its members through the management of these rights. This work promotes the preservation of Indigenous culture and supports the economic development of the community.

Yanunijarra Aboriginal Corporation RNTBC is a Registered Native Title Body Corporate that holds and manages native title rights and interests on behalf of its members, supporting the self-determination and cultural preservation of the Yanunijarra people. This work promotes the preservation of indigenous culture and supports the community's connection to their land. The organisation's efforts contribute to the well-being and empowerment of the Yanunijarra people.