Australian Social Enterprises

Glenray is one of the largest NDIS registered support providers in the Bathurst region. We provide a range of support to meet your individual needs, from specialist disability accommodation through to community and individuals support, supported employment and lifestyle and learning day programs. We operate two commercial Social Enterprises:Glenray Industrial Services and Glenray Laundry. Our business model in these commercially competitive enterprises is to provide employment opportunities and workplace skills development for people with disability. We currently employ in excess of 50 people living with disability across our two locations. Glenray Industrial Services produces Timber products for domestic and export markets; Facilities Management and Grounds Maintenance services; Document Destruction; Packaging and Labelling onsite or offsite; Warehousing and Distribution. Glenray Laundry is a fully commercial and high volume production laundry servicing the Central Tablelands region. We provide linen hire for hotels, motels and the restaurant industry. We provide meaningful employment for people living with a disability in a supportive environment. We offer opportuniities to build capacity and learn new skills, through on the job and external training. Our employees gain confidence, independence and purpose from working with us and this reflects in their social interactions with friends, family and the community.

Good Sammy Enterprises is a for-purpose organisation focused on creating employment opportunities for Western Australians with disability. We’ve been around since 1958 and, as a registered NDIS provider, we deliver quality personalised services that help achieve individualised outcomes. Good Sammy has a workforce of more than 800 people, with over 50% identifying as having disability. We reduce waste and help the environment by recycling almost 7 million kilos of used goods each year and as an official collection organisation for the Containers for Change program. Our op shops are the public face of our organisation and allow employees to explore opportunities in the retail industry, as well as supply chain operations and logistics. Our business services provide warehousing and logistics, packaging and assembly, and gardening services to the WA business community, while providing employment in a safe and structured environment. We work with business and government, providing social procurement opportunities that deliver on social and economic outcomes. Good Sammy’s Training Academy also provides structured learning and work experience opportunities through our contemporary programs and nationally recognised certifications, helping participants to build skills and confidence to progress into open employment. Good Sammy is an iconic Western Australian charity and a leading provider of employment and training opportunities for people with disability. For more than sixty years, Good Sammy has been supporting people with disability through meaningful social and economic participation. Good Sammy helps people with disability build confidence, skills and expand job opportunities. We offer a range of disability employment services to support people with disability as they achieve personal employment goals. Our services include:- Job opportunities at Good Sammy- Academy training programs- Certified traineeships- Employment support services - Work experience with us or one of our employer partners- Pathways to Open employment Good Sammy ensures employees are supported by a dedicated team, who help map personal plans to set employees up for success.

Greenacres is one of the largest disability service providers in the Illawarra. For over 70 years, we have been committed to enabling people with a disability to achieve their dreams. Our Social Enterprises teams are highly experienced in Light Manufacturing, Assembly, Industrial Sewing, Sandbag Production, Packing, Labelling, Rework, Shrink Wrapping and Metal Sheering. We have a fleet of trucks and run a daily service throughout Sydney and the Illawarra. Our own brand of Australian-made homewares and hampers are excellent for corporate and employee gifts. We operate a retail store and markets in Wollongong, and sell wholesale to various stockists, in addition to offering a white label service. We also operate three Cafes and a Catering division serving culinary delights for meetings and staff training days throughout the Illawarra. Our Labour Hire crews work at your location and come with a Supervisor to oversee all works. We currently provide Garden & Property Maintenance, Cleaning & Scaffolding Crews. Greenacres proudly supports over 500 people with disability. Greenacres Disability Services plays a pivotal role in our community by empowering individuals with disabilities to lead fulfilling lives. We offer employment opportunities, skill development, and social inclusion programs for over 500 participants, enabling them to integrate into society, contribute meaningfully, and gain independence. By breaking down barriers, promoting inclusivity, and advocating for the rights of individuals with disabilities, we foster a more just and accepting community. Moreover, through our social enterprise initiatives, we create jobs, operate cafes, and produce locally sourced products, contributing to economic growth and showcasing the talents of individuals with disabilities. In essence, Greenacres enhances the fabric of our community through empowerment, advocacy, and economic participation. Our organisation significantly benefits supported employees and their families by providing stable employment, skill development, and a supportive environment. We offer employment opportunities for people with disabilities, allowing them to create their own positive future and transform their ideas and goals into experiences and achievements. Employees gain not only income but also a sense of purpose, self-esteem, and independence. Families witness their loved ones flourish, fostering pride and peace of mind. Additionally, our programs promote social connections, enhancing the overall well-being of both employees and their families. Through our advocacy efforts and community integration, we help reduce stigma and misconceptions about disabilities, creating a more inclusive and accepting society that benefits everyone involved. Ultimately, Greenacres Disability Services empowers individuals and strengthens family bonds while fostering a more inclusive community.

Registered NDIS Service Provider providing employment and training for people with a disability. We run the local Recyclit Depot which provides a variety of tasks such as sorting loading, weighing product. Shredding, customer service etc. Recyclit also has a second hand goods shop called BowerBird. At the main office we have a community contracts area providing letter/pamphlet folding, rag cutting, laminating, photocopying etc, a costume hire shop and the Mooki Woodworks suppling pegs and stakes to Mines, surveyors etc. We provide a variety of services to the community such as collecting of kerbside Recycling bins and picking up commercial recycling, shredding of confidential documents. Providing training and support to people with a disability in our community. Assisting with support coordination of NDIS plans. Packaging, folding, mailouts, laminating. We also supply a large variety of pegs and stakes for the mine and surveyors. We provide an environment which makes our employees feel safe, comfortable promoting self esteem making them valued in our community and their workplace. We offer support to them, their families, carers and advocates including then in meetings and any social events. Our open door policy provides them with the knowledge they can approach Management and staff with any issues or concerns.

We provide pathways for NDIS Participants living with disabilities to build careers and prosper as valuable Australian workforce members. We use years of Expert Knowledge to provide More Opportunities and Better Support to people with disabilities so that they can prosper in Employment. Empowering people to build the skills and capabilities necessary to outgrow us. Inside the moboEnterprises, not only are our Employees building their skills, but we’re also providing valuable services to our local community, small businesses, and larger national corporations. Through mobo, not only do we empower people with disabilities to prosper in meaningful employment, we empower our wider community to prosper and grow towards a brighter future. Jobs, lives, futures, mobolised. As a for-purpose organisation, we've been building an ecosystem of inclusive and collaborative work opportunities that empower people with disability since 1963. Our Enterprises provide valuable services in our community as well as providing meaningful employment opportunities to people with disability throughout Metropolitan South Australia. mobo stems from years of expert knowledge, experience, innovation and dedication. Providing more opportunities, better support, and empowering people to prosper as capable and confident contributors in their workplaces. Our everyday goal is to mobolise everyone, whatever their ability towards independence and finding meaningful career pathways.

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.

HPA - "Helping People Achieve" is a non-government not-for-profit organisation that has been providing services to Territorians with physical and intellectual disabilit since 1963, in the Darwin and Palmerston ares. HPA currently supports 68 people in our employment service and 40 people in our accommodation services. Helping People Achieve (HPA) has provided supported employment and accommodation to Territorians with disabilities since 1963. The aim of HPA’s employment service is to benefit the community through the creation and development of employment opportunities for people with disabilities and to facilitate supported accommodation. The aim of HPA’s employment service is to benefit individuals with training and ongoing support necessary to enable their success in ‘open employment’. HPA has a strong record of achieving success in this role. HPA currently has two business enterprises, Kokoda Industries and Ausdesigns that produce excellent local products and services. Kokoda Industries trains and upskills employees in a vast array of tasks and manufactures a range of high quality timber, steel and aluminium products. Ausdesigns also has a diverse range of competencies and skills for its employees to learn. It is an industrial sewing, screen-printing and embroidery business. DAS Support Services is the supported accommodation division of HPA. DAS provides this valuable outreach support to approximately 35 people living independently in the community.

Myhorizon Social Enterprises provides meaningful employment for people with disabilities. We do this through our Packaging and Mail House services along with our Conference facilities with accompany our Café and Catering businesses. Our organisation provides meaningful employment for people with disabilities across the mail and packaging industries as well as in Hospitality with our new Café and Function Venue.

Est in 1969 we currently employ 134 people.Our services include, packaging, kitting, electronic waste, Return & Earn depots, 3PL, warehousing, media/product destruction & recycling, Candle manufacturing and retail No ordinary workplace!Hoxton – operating since 1969. We employ more than 100 people with barriers to mainstream employment Hoxton has grown from humble beginnings into a modern workplace. We now proudly provide meaningful employment to more than 100 people who face barriers to mainstream employment, including people living with disabilities. We balance a business-like approach to contract packaging with a friendly and supportive work environment for the people we employ.All our packaging services are performed by a proficient and experienced workforce. Every one of our employees takes great pride in their work. Hoxton also provides valuable add-on packaging services such as labels, barcode labels, batch labels, pallet wrapping, pallet storage and inventory control. Packaging is more than putting things in boxes. Protection, handling, storage, savings on materials and presentation for sale are important aspects of packaging. All our packaging solutions and add-on services meet high quality standards. And they are competitively priced, so you get value for money. We create jobs for people facing barriers to mainstream employment we are RESPECTFUL, we are FUN, we are OPEN, we are SUPPORTIVE, we take RESPONSIBILITY. WE ARE HOXTON – AND THESE ARE OUR VALUES At Hoxton, success is measured by the impact we have on the lives of our employees. Over the past 47 years we’ve learned that participating in work transforms lives in ways people don’t expect. We have a workforce filled with happy, proud, confident and productive people. They give their best and they know that’s appreciated. At Hoxton everyone is welcome We have an active social club. A designated public transport bus runs to and from Liverpool Station every morning and afternoon. Here’s what our employees and their families say about Hoxton “People with disabilities don’t get accepted in a lot of workplaces but here they are accepted and appreciated by the supervisors. We make a lot of friends here, in the outside world we are seen as different but here they are seen as people not disabilities. I like working at Hoxton because it’s a safe environment. The people and supervisors are so friendly, lovely training officer and boss who understands us and isn’t hard on us but if we do something wrong they will come down on us.” ~ Sergio “Since Lauren has been working at Hoxton I have found that she is a lot more confident and is not worried about voicing her opinions anymore. She is also showing a much more mature attitude and doesn’t react to situations as quickly. She now has a good network of friends and she looks forward to going on the social outings that are held through work.”~ Anne – Lauren’s Mum When Ryan joined Hoxton Industries in January 2014 my first impression of the workplace was “wow” as it was clear that Hoxton was run very professionally and that it was more than just a place of employment – it was a hub where relationships are built and friendships are formed.It was clear from the outset that Ryan would thrive here. He has developed skills he didn’t even know he had – work wise, emotionally and socially.Ryan is supported in doing something different every day, expanding his skills and giving him the courage to continue to develop.His confidence has increased immensely – and the knowledge that he is contributing to the workforce, home and the community gives him a sense of pride in himself he didn’t previously have. Ryan is a changed person since starting at Hoxton. Because of all the help and support he receives, he is happier, healthier and more confident than we ever thought possible. Hoxton has given him the sense of responsibility and dedication required to hold down a job – and he has forged new friendships which enrich his life.He can’t wait to go to work every day because he just loves it! Every day is a great day for Ryan at Hoxton Industries!

Indi-genious Lighting Australia Indigenous Corporation is an Indigenous business based in South Australia, operating in the lighting sector. As an Indigenous corporation, it likely aims to foster Indigenous economic participation and community benefit through its commercial activities.

Aware Programs is a registered NDIS provider offering positive options for people with disability. A variety of employment, training and lifestyle opportunities are offered at Aware. The Kane Rd building has a working factory, computer labs, classrooms, a recreation room, gym, movie theatre room and other facilities. Aware provides meaningful employment for people with disability.Aware-supported employees choose from a range of roles that suit their interests and capabilities. Tasks can include forklift use, vehicle detailing, production line work, embroidery, dismantling and light engineering. The Albury Upcycle Shop and Wodonga Re-use Shop are managed by Aware Programs. Aware participants are involved with the day-to-day operation of both stores. Employees are given opportunities in sorting goods, cleaning, customer service and cash handling. Not only does Aware aim to equip employees with disabilities to access mainstream employment we also provide Lifestyle and Training programs.This is to acquire the skills and qualifications needed to achieve personal and work goals. All Aware supported employees are given the opportunity to increase their skill levels. We provided people with a disability in our community the opportunity to have meaningful employment and we also offer Training and Lifestyle Programs at our Kane Road Site. Our employees have the opportunity to have more choice and control in their lives by gaining independence by earning an income.

Jigsaw Group is an Australian social enterprise dedicated to training and transitioning people with disability into award wage employment through a unique 'work-through-work' model. It operates a commercial arm providing document management and business services, with revenue directly funding comprehensive training and real-world work experience, thereby fostering inclusion and economic independence for its beneficiaries.

Kalkadoon Papermaking Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous business based in Queensland focused on papermaking. While specific program details are unavailable, its operation as an Aboriginal Corporation suggests a commitment to providing economic opportunities and promoting cultural expression for the Kalkadoon people.

Byron Bay Herb Nursery is a non-profit charity that provides employment and training opportunities for people with a disability who require on-going support to work. Our primary business is the environmentally best practice production of high quality herbs to the horticulture market. Katia Project Inc provides paid employment and training opportunities in the Byron Shire for people with a disability who require training and support to work. Our person-centred approach ensures that our workers are in the centre of service design, planning, delivery and review. This enables them to shape and direct service and support arrangements to suit their strengths, needs and goals, with the support of their family, friends, carers and advocates. Our primary business is the environmentally best practice production and profitable sales of high quality herbs to the horticulture and retail markets. We are committed to the physical, mental and spiritual health of our employees, customers and the community. To this end we seek to provide a place of business that is accessible, respectful and inclusive, provides challenges, rewards accomplishments, promotes learning, and encourages contributions to the business, industry and community.

Knoxbrooke Enterprises Limited is a Victorian social enterprise that provides employment, training and social opportunities for people living with disability. They operate a large wholesale nursery supplying plants to infrastructure projects, retailers and brokers, as well as a packaging, warehousing and assembly business. Their commercial operations create meaningful jobs and skill-building opportunities for people with disabilities across Victoria, NSW, SA and TAS.

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.

Knoxbrooke Nursery is Australia’s largest social enterprise nursery, employing over 85 adults with diverse abilities across three sites in Victoria. The enterprise produces over 3 million plants annually for retail, commercial landscaping, and major government infrastructure projects while providing supported employment that creates approximately 120,000 hours of paid work per year.

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.

Lasercraft Australia was formed over 36 years ago and our main focus is the supply of High Quality Recognition Awards and Business Gifts, along with manufacture of survey pegs, secure document destruction and packing (see lasercraft.com.au for more information) We supply to all levels of Government and Business and are well known in the Awards Industry. Lasercraft currently employs 53 people living with a disability and we are proud of what we achieve at Lasercraft. Lasercraft is a not-for-profit company providing supported employment for over 53 people living with a disability. Since inception over 36 years ago Lasercraft has given hundreds of supported workers the opportunity for work, socialisation and a better life. Lasercraft promotes a safe and inclusive environment and strives to provide ongoing training and support to people living with disabilities, their carers, family and community.

Mai-Wel Enterprises is a certified Australian Disability Enterprise operating in the Hunter region, NSW, that provides meaningful employment opportunities for people with disabilities through packaging, assembly, printing, and light metal fabrication services. The organisation reinvests profits into programs supporting individuals with disabilities and job seekers, including NDIS pathways, employment services, and educational initiatives.

Malu Kiai - Mura Buai Fishing Torres Strait Islander Corporation is an Indigenous corporation based in the Torres Strait region of Queensland engaged in commercial fishing activities. The organisation provides employment and economic development opportunities for the local Torres Strait Islander community while preserving traditional fishing knowledge and cultural practices. Its operations contribute to food production and support the broader economic self-determination of Indigenous peoples in the region.

Mambourin believes that every person should be able to live the life they want to. Through our employment, education and training services we provide pathways and opportunities for people living with a disability. At Mambourin we believe that a disability shouldn't be a barrier to the workplace. Our vision is a world where all people can live a life they want. That's why we offer a range of employment, training and education opportunities that enable people to participate socially and economically throughout their working life. At Mambourin we connect our employees to opportunities in the workplace such as on-the-job training, social support, or pathways to open employment- we listen to each individual to understand what they want. Outside of our daily projects we also offer support to carers and families and foster connections with our local community.

Marriott Industries is a social enterprise in Victoria that provides industrial production, manufacturing, printing, and distribution services. Its core social impact is creating meaningful employment and opportunities for people with disabilities.

Marriott Support Services is an inclusive community where people thrive by living life on their terms with purpose and dignity. We are a Not-for-Profit registered NDIS provider that operates two Social Enterprises:Enviro Management Services(Specialist Mowing/Tractors/Slashing/Roadside edging, Natural Resource Management, Weed Control, Spraying, General Grounds and Garden Maintenance) Marriott Industries (Food Packaging, General Packaging and Labelling, Warehouse and 3PL Services and Light Assembly. Our mission is to empower and enhance the lives of people living with a disability in a way that enables them to live their life to its fullest potential. We undertake our work with compassion, leading the way with our values of Safety, Integrity, Respect and Accountability. We focus on ability, 'what people can do’. We strive to become the partner of choice in supporting our people to shape their own lives. We support each individual’s journey to identify, develop and attain their life goals – large and small, within a professional and peer supported setting. Our community services are a progressive and individualised way of partnering with you and your family to build an independent life. We will support you to take your capacity to another level on life skills such as decision making, self-management & future pathways. Building your confidence through social skills and friendships with community inclusion opportunities. At Marriott we provide employment options for NDIS participants, tailored to an individual needs. We are committed to providing long term supported employment opportunities for people with disabilities and are proud to assist people to gain and maintain independence. Marriot is one of Melbourne’s leading suppliers of disability employment, assisting people to succeed through- on the job training and career progression options via our social enterprises business Industries, fresh start, and enviro management. With a person-centred approach to support, we are assisting maintaining employment and developing interpersonal and work-based skills through participation in real, meaningful jobs in supportive work locations. We’re experienced in providing opportunities for people with a range of abilities to have a connected and independent life. Our employees are supported to achieve their employment goals and are given opportunities to work in different roles which interest them. We focus on the different abilities of individuals and believe everyone has the skills to contribute.

McCallum Industries provides services to organisations that are seeking cost-effective and customised inventory solutions. McCallum currently provides packing solutions to large manufacturing organisations throughout Victoria. This includes:- Specialist packing (jobs that are difficult or expensive to automate)- Shrink wrapping- Bagging and repacking- Labelling- Component Assembly- Mail outs and Collation McCallum also provides the following services:-Office cleaning-Gardening services-Labour Hire-Cloth production/sales McCallum Disability Services Inc. has provided disability support services in the Central Highlands & Northern Grampians regions for over 60 years. Today, McCallum provides accommodation, short-term accommodation, day activities, one-to-one support and employment to people with disability. McCallum provides support to over 320 people with disability each year. McCallum's aim is to provide suitable and sustainable employment options for people with disability. McCallum recently purchased a commercial laundry (McCallum Linen) which provides suitable employment options for people with disability. Further to this McCallum Industries provides numerous opportunities for people to find employment options which provides them with purpose, confidence and independence.