Australian Social Enterprises

Kabi Kabi Peoples Aboriginal Corporation RNTBC is an Indigenous corporation that holds and manages native title rights and interests on behalf of the Kabi Kabi Peoples in Queensland. The corporation represents its members and works to advance their cultural, social, and economic aspirations through effective management of their native title rights and traditional lands.

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.

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.

Kariyarra Employment, Training and Education Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous organisation based in Western Australia that creates opportunities for the Kariyarra people through employment initiatives, vocational training programs, and educational pathways. The organisation aims to improve social and economic outcomes for the Indigenous community by building skills and creating sustainable career opportunities.

Karnte Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous‑owned charity based in the Northern Territory that supports its community through culturally appropriate services, programs and economic development initiatives. The corporation aims to improve social outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples by delivering services in areas such as health, education, employment, housing and cultural preservation. While detailed operational activities are not publicly disclosed, its registration as a charity indicates a focus on delivering public benefit and social impact.

Karrayili Adult Education Centre is an Indigenous‑run corporation delivering adult education and vocational training to empower Aboriginal adults in Western Australia. It focuses on building literacy, numeracy, and job‑ready skills while preserving cultural knowledge, thereby fostering self‑determination and improved life outcomes for community members.

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.

Kerkar Bau Mens Indigenous Corporation is a registered Indigenous corporation based in Queensland that appears to focus on supporting Indigenous men, although specific programs and services are not publicly disclosed.

Kerr Capital is a social enterprise that helps small business owners make informed decisions about selling, succession planning, and increasing business value. They provide a Value + Sellability Diagnostic to assess business value, identify areas for improvement, and create a plan for sale readiness. By doing so, Kerr Capital aims to support the long-term sustainability of small businesses and their owners.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Kurtjar Economic Development Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous business focused on fostering economic development and opportunities for the Kurtjar Aboriginal community in Queensland. As an ORIC-registered corporation, it aims to enhance the economic well-being and self-sufficiency of its community members through sustainable business initiatives and employment opportunities.

Kyeema Support Services supports around 90 individuals and their families across the Glenelg Shire, and has been in operation for 50 years. Kyeema's mission is to Support and empower individuals to make choices to enrich their lives. Seawinds Nursery provides plants that suit Portland's coastal environment and advice from experienced horticulturists.Green Fingers Gardening does mowing, edging, trimming.Windward provides a pick up and drop off car cleaning service. Kyeema provides meaningful, interesting and community inclusive supported employment options. Employees are enabled to expand their skills and have some flexibility to work across different sites.

Disability support service with ADE's and various other supports. LFE Community Supports provides vital services to our community by offering Specialist Disability Accommodation, Community Inclusion, Early Intervention, Mental Health Service, Respite and Supported Employment. By Providing an alternate income stream to their pensions, providing training and support through employment with the hope of securing open employment and mentoring and advocating on clients behalf if required.

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.

Leonora Aboriginal Residents Group Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous organisation based in Leonora, Western Australia, that supports the local Aboriginal community through a range of services and programs. It aims to improve social outcomes by addressing housing, employment, health, and cultural needs while fostering community empowerment and self‑determination.

Lifeline Op Shop Ballarat is a retail social enterprise that sells donated second-hand goods to raise funds for Lifeline's critical support services. The shop provides affordable shopping options to the local community while directly funding Lifeline's 24/7 crisis support line, counselling services, and suicide prevention programs across Victoria.

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.

Longreach Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders Corporation for Housing and Business provides housing and business support services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, improving living conditions and fostering economic development. The organisation aims to enhance the overall well-being of Indigenous people in the region. By addressing housing and economic needs, it contributes to a more equitable society.

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.

Maalak Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous corporation registered in Western Australia that aims to support the wellbeing and advancement of Aboriginal peoples. Due to limited publicly available information, its specific activities, programs and social impact are not detailed in the public register.

Maali Maintenance Indigenous Corporation is an Indigenous-owned and operated entity based in Western Australia, whose name suggests it provides various maintenance services. As an Indigenous corporation, its primary social impact would involve fostering Indigenous economic participation and creating employment opportunities for Indigenous people.