Australian Social Enterprises

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Garngirr Fishing Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous-owned and operated enterprise primarily engaged in the fishing sector in the Northern Territory. It aims to achieve Indigenous economic empowerment, self-determination, and create local employment opportunities within the community.

genU Business Enterprises is an Australian Disability Enterprise operating a range of businesses in the Geelong 7 Colac region. These businesses provide employment for people with a disability in a supportive work environment whilst operating to the highest commercial standards. Our businesses include hospitality, land care and business solutions genU provides meaningful employment to people with a disability whilst delivering quality and value for money products and services to our customers. genU offers a range of supported employment opportunities as well as training and pathways from school into employment as well as on to open employment.genU is a diverse and supportive workplace where supported employees will feel valued and included in their community.

The Golden Plains Farmers' Market is a social enterprise that supports local farmers and producers by providing a platform to sell their products directly to consumers. This market contributes to the local economy and promotes sustainable agriculture, benefiting both the community and the environment. By doing so, it helps preserve the region's food culture and traditions.

Gulin Gulin Community Store Aboriginal Corporation operates a retail store serving the Gulin Gulin Indigenous community in the Northern Territory, providing essential goods and food access. The organisation's primary social impact focuses on improving food security, creating local employment opportunities, and fostering economic development within the Indigenous community.

Community Centre Venue for Hire 'Op Shoppe' Opportunity Shop 'Coffee Shoppe' Food cooperative - low cost, free food items Daily Cafe - low cost lunch Out of Hours School Care OHSC - low cost Office facilities - photocopying, fax Digital Literacy - Basic computing, internet, email etc. Literacy skills and numeracy skills help 'Getting Your L's' Learner Driver permit help English as a second language Silver Citz Over 50s - seniors social activities, includes 3 course lunch Parenting skills programs Playgroups, playgym Health and fitness - eg yoga, zumba, meditation, gentle exercise Arts and crafts - eg scrapbooking, sewing, knitting, crochet, art techniques

We are a Queensland-based social enterprise helping people with disability lead fulfilling and independent lives. Over the past 50+ years, we’ve created an integrated network of services to provide people with disability the essentials, routine, and stretch they seek in life. Whether it’s employment, learning, living arrangements, community involvement, or anything else in between – we work alongside people to help them achieve the things they set out to. We do this with the help of our social enterprise businesses, organisational partnerships, and DES and NDIS service streams. We like to think of it as an ecosystem of opportunity. Help impact lives by directly employing over 300 people with disabilities and helping others find meaningful work with inclusive employers. We enable independent living for those with cognitive disabilities and provide social connections and daily routines through our hubs. We also help businesses become inclusive employers and have a ripple effect of social good. At Help, our vision is clear: an inclusive world where people with disability lead fulfilling, independent lives. With our scope of services available to our supported employees, we've created what we call our 'ecosystem of opportunity,' empowering them through high-impact services shaped around their goals.

Wellbeing Centre for homeless and disadvantaged people - meals, showers, laundry, lockers, mail, recreation, education Education and training - computer training, literacy and numeracy, cooking, art, music Pastoral care Visiting professional services - nurse, podiatrist, doctor, Centrelink, legal, housing, dentist, drug & alcohol Client services - case management Opportunity shop - Mon-Fri 10.30am-12.30pm

The Illawarra Fishing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporation is an Indigenous‑owned enterprise that operates a sustainable fishing business in the Illawarra region of NSW. By harvesting and selling seafood, it creates meaningful employment, on‑the‑job training and cultural connection for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, while supporting local food security and marine ecosystem stewardship.

Imanpa General Store Anangu Aboriginal Corporation operates a community-owned general store in a remote Indigenous community in the Northern Territory. This enterprise provides essential goods and services, including food, aiming to enhance food security, create local employment opportunities, and support the economic well-being and self-determination of the Anangu people.

Ingaada Food Festival is an Indigenous corporation in Western Australia that organises food-based events celebrating Indigenous culture and cuisine. The organisation aims to promote Aboriginal culture, support Indigenous community engagement, and create economic opportunities through food-related activities.

Ingaada Seeds, Fruits, Nuts and Medicines is an Indigenous Corporation based in Western Australia focused on cultivating, harvesting, and distributing traditional Indigenous food and medicinal plants. The organisation contributes to cultural preservation, Indigenous economic development, and community health through sustainable use of native species.

Iwantja Social Club Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous corporation in the Northern Territory, likely operating as a social or community club. It potentially includes a community store, aiming to serve and support an Indigenous community by providing social spaces and access to essential goods.

Kaltjiti Anangu Store Aboriginal Corporation operates a community store serving the Anangu people, providing essential goods and food security. This enterprise also offers local employment opportunities, playing a critical role in the remote Indigenous community. By doing so, it supports the well-being and economic development of the community.

Kaltukatjara Community Council is an Aboriginal Corporation in the Northern Territory that operates a community store. It aims to provide essential services and support to the Kaltukatjara community.

Kanparrka Store Aboriginal Corporation operates a community store in a remote Indigenous community in the Northern Territory, providing essential goods including fresh food to residents who would otherwise face significant access challenges. The enterprise creates local employment opportunities for community members, contributing to economic development and improved well-being in the region.

Kimberley Aquaculture Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous corporation based in Western Australia's Kimberley region, focused on aquaculture activities. It aims to create economic opportunities and employment for local Indigenous communities through sustainable aquatic farming.

Knoxbrooke was born out of an initiative of Rotary Ferntree Gully and Belgrave in 1966 when it was identified that the local area required such a service for a growing local community. It has been Knoxbrooke’s long and proud tradition of being there for people with disabilities and their families in a way that is valued. Knoxbrooke offer's social enterprises in both the West Gippsland and Outer Eastern areas of Melbourne, providing a broad range of employment, training and support options. Knoxbrooke Nursery - a commercial wholesale nursery supplying a broad range of plants to the retail and landscape markets in VIC, NSW, ACT, SA & VIC. Knoxbrooke Pack+Assemble - offering commercial packaging, assembly, collation, 3PL and container unloading services. Knoxbrooke Garden - commercial and domestic garden maintenance (West Gippsland only) Knoxbrooke Coffee - cafe and catering services (West Gippsland only) Vintage Vibes - upcycling clothing, furniture, jewelry and housewares (West Gippsland only) Knoxbrooke is a major local employer in both regions it operates offering employment, training and support options. With over 150 people living with disability employed and being paid award wages, through employment we change give the opportunity to help people live a fulfilling life to achieve their personal goals and contribute in the community. Each person that works for Knoxbrooke brings a particular skill set that is required to successfully operate our social enterprises. As an organisation we focus on people strengths which in turn brings the best out of people. In doing this, each persons confidence is boosted and brings about a healthy culture of working together.

Kos and Abob Fisheries is an Indigenous corporation established to operate within the fisheries sector, likely engaging in fishing or aquaculture activities. As a Torres Strait Islander Corporation, its operations are intended to support the economic and social well-being of its community members.

Kundat Djaru Community Store Aboriginal Corporation operates a retail store that supplies essential groceries and food items to its Indigenous community, improving access to nutritious food and daily necessities. The enterprise creates local jobs and reinvests its profits into community initiatives that support health, well‑being and economic development.

Kurrajong operates 10 commercial enterprises across the Murrumbidgee region including Wagga Wagga, Deniliquin, Leeton, Narrandera and West Wyalong. 130 supported employees are employed providing services in and to the community including general commercial and domestic recycling, e-recycling, bin management, solar panel recycling, property services, laundry, catering and timber processing. Our vision is to create open, accessible and inclusive communities for all people. Our supported employees and staff make a valuable contribution to our community by providing quality, reliable and safe services that are important to the people we live and work with. Kurrajong takes pride in the person centred supports we provide to our supported employees that assist them to attain their work goals and to lead the productive and rewarding lives of their choice. We support our people with training, staying safe, and conquering any barriers to achievement.

Lake Gregory Pastoral Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous corporation registered in Western Australia. The available public register details do not specify its operational activities, programs, or social impact.

Laramba Community Store Aboriginal Corporation operates a community store serving the remote Indigenous community of Laramba in the Northern Territory. The organisation aims to provide essential goods and services while delivering social and economic benefits to local community members, including improved access to healthy food. As an Indigenous corporation, it focuses on creating local employment and supporting community wellbeing.

Bindi Enterprises ADE is a unique employment provider, offering employment options to people with physical and intellectual disabilities, operating in the Alice Springs community for 40 years. Bindi as a part of Lifestyle Solutions offers a day program, Second Bite food program and supported accommodation. The organisation is largely multi-cultural offering support from staff with field relevant qualifications. The Bindi Enterprises employment service has a focus on Indigenous economic development and offering programs to suit the needs of the community members. The enterprise offers case management and therapeutic development with health assistance. Lifestyle Solutions is supporting around 70 people with disabilities in Alice Springs, this includes 20-25 supported employees with the Bindi Enterprise. Bindi Enterprises is an Australian Disability Enterprise providing meaningful and innovative employment options to people with disability offering training, professional development and income opportunities. Bindi is a multi-cultural social enterprise offering employment to urban and remote Australians.

Louisa Downs Pastoral Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous corporation in Western Australia, likely involved in pastoral operations. Its primary aim is to foster economic development and provide community benefits for its Indigenous members.