Australian Social Enterprises

We offer a range of supply chain services including warehousing, third party logistics, assembly, packaging and manufacturing at our Eagle Farm, Acacia Ridge, Sunnybank Hills, Ipswich and Gympie locations. We are also proud employers of people with disability, with a 90% supported employee ratio. Products and services include Industrial Production & manufacture, Transport, Freight & Logistics, Waste Management & Landfill. Primary beneficiaries include People with disabilities. Social Traders status: Certified. Membership: Connections Membership.

Formerly known as ‘Oxford Park Nursery,’ our Brisbane-based Wholesale Plant Nursery helps grow your clients’ gardens and your business while providing meaningful work opportunities for people with disabilities. We stock, grow, source, and nurture an extensive range of plants, from ground covers and natives to rare and exotic plants – if we don’t have it, we’ll find it for you. Products and services include Horticulture & arboriculture. Primary beneficiaries include People with disabilities. Social Traders status: Certified. Membership: Connections Membership.

Mercy Community Services SEQ Limited (MCS) is a new Catholic Ministry owned by the Brisbane Congregation of the Sisters of Mercy and established to support and empower people who are poor, vulnerable, marginalised or in a position of disadvantage so they feel safe, accepted and have choice and control of life enhancing decisions. "We must have a warm cordial affection for all and manifest it by words, actions and manner". Through the workplace our Supported Employees learn valuable life skills, allowing them to seamlessly integrate with the wider community.Showcasing a can do attitude The Cookery Nook enriches the lives of all involved through the opportunities that present. Our Supported Employees feel they have a genuine purpose, while the families often enjoy the fruits of the kitchen!

At CPL, we work with people of all ages to maximise their potential. From going to school or finding a job through to enjoying their retirement years. Previously known as the Cerebral Palsy League, we changed our name to CPL which stands for Choice, Passion and Life – a sentiment that reflects everything we do. Mylestones is part of CPL - Choice, Passion, Life, a profit-for-purpose organisation that provides vital support to more than 5,000 people. At Mylestones, our businesses are focused on creating more opportunities for people with barriers and disabilities to find work, earn an income, gain independence, develop new skills and follow their passions.

Mylestones Printing offers a suite of business services including pack and send, digital print, warehousing & distribution, binding & laminating, digital & offset printing and so much more. Based on Brisbane’s North side and employing over 5060 people with disability, Mylestones Printing are the printing experts you need. Mylestones Printing is a subsidiary of CPL – Choice, Passion, Life. Products and services include Printing and Distribution Services. Primary beneficiaries include People with disabilities. Social Traders status: Certified. Membership: Connections Membership.

Our social enterprise tea business was proudly established in 2018 as an initiative of the Hervey Bay Neighbourhood Centre to help combat the crippling rates of youth unemployment, poverty and homelessness affecting our beautiful region. Products and services include Food & Beverage Products. Primary beneficiaries include Marginalised Youth. Social Traders status: Certified. Membership: Connections Membership.

Firesticks Alliance Indigenous Corporation is an Indigenous business focused on Indigenous land management and cultural practices, likely involving traditional fire management. This organisation aims to promote and preserve Indigenous cultural heritage and traditional practices, contributing to the well-being of Indigenous communities. Through its work, it may also have a positive impact on the environment and biodiversity.

Mail and packaging services.

With a proud history of servicing the Health and Aged Care Sector for over 130 years, Holy Cross is the longest serving commercial laundry operating in Australia. Having a balanced business in laundry, a decision was made to open a cleaning sector. We pride ourselves on being an Equal Opportunity Employer and a proactive proponent of providing people with disabilities and from disadvantaged backgrounds the opportunity to gain meaningful employment. Founded in Brisbane in 1889 by Mother Mary Vincent Whitty, of the sisters of Mercy, the organisation still stands true to its original mission statement to this day: - To offer a unique work environment that empowers people to reach their full potential.- Efficiently and professionally meet customer needs in the commercial, health and hospitality industries- Attain environmental responsibility and financial sustainability.Forge mutually valued partnerships. By utilising our comprehensive range of cleaning and laundry services, you are helping the Brisbane, and broader Queensland community thrive and prosper. Holy Cross Services provides laundry and cleaning services to the major hospitals and aged care facilities in Brisbane and surrounding regional areas, including the Gold Coast, Gympie, Sunshine Coast and Toowoomba. We are a Ministry of Mercy Partners that fulfills its Mission by restoring the dignity to those who are often locked out of employment due to disability and difference, by helping them gain meaningful employment in a safe, supportive and welcoming environment. As a provider of NDIS we employ a total of 30 people in Supported Employment; have open employment opportunities and a school based work experience program. We are an integrated workplace with a diverse workforce. Holy Cross Laundry has a close relationship with our Supported Employees and their families. Our program is about building the skills and confidence they need to maintain and enjoy their job. The skills and disciplines learnt in the work environment transfer into everyday life at home and it is important to us that we work with families to understand our employee’s needs and strengths. We offer a safe and supportive work environment with each of our supported employees working closely with support workers to help and guide them throughout their working day. By doing this we can provide the one-on-one support to each employee and strive to achieve the best outcomes for them. As a Mission based organisation and from feedback received, this is not only important to us but also to those who we do business with.

Rinyirru (Lakefield) Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous corporation registered with ORIC in Queensland. The provided information is limited to administrative details, offering no specific insights into its operational activities or social impact.

Olkola Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous corporation based in Queensland. The provided information is administrative and does not detail its specific activities or social impact.

Buubu Gujin Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous corporation registered in Queensland. Specific details about its activities, programs, and social impact are not available from the provided information.

Dugalunji Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous corporation registered in Queensland, with its specific social impact unclear beyond its status as an Indigenous entity. It is likely to support Indigenous Australians, but its operational activities and programs are not specified. The corporation's registration with the Office of the Registrar of Indigenous Corporations and the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission suggests it may be involved in charitable or not-for-profit work.

Mutkin Residential and Community Care Indigenous Corporation is an Indigenous organisation providing residential and community support services to enhance the well-being, housing stability, and overall community support for Indigenous individuals and families in Queensland. The organisation focuses on delivering culturally sensitive services to address the unique needs of Indigenous communities. Its primary goal is to improve the quality of life for its beneficiaries.

Yulu-Burri-Ba Aboriginal Corporation for Community Health is an Indigenous organisation focused on improving the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal communities in Queensland. It delivers essential community health services tailored to the needs of its beneficiaries. The organisation aims to make a positive social impact in the lives of Aboriginal people.

TWAL Justice Indigenous Corporation is an Indigenous corporation likely involved in justice-related activities, although specific details are not available. It may aim to support Indigenous Australians in the justice system. The organisation's social impact is unclear due to limited information.

At Cleanable, we pride ourselves on delivering professional and high-quality cleaning solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of your business. As a social enterprise, we stand out by creating positive change in the community. With a commitment to providing support and meaningful employment to all members of the community we pay all staff 100% Award wages and ongoing training. Our regular quality site inspections and commitment to quality ensure we maintain the highest cleaning and service standards and provide complete customer satisfaction. Cleanable was created by Westgate Community Initiatives Group Ltd in 2005. As a certified Social Enterprise Company by Social Traders, Cleanable can guarantee all profits are returned to the community through employment, training and upskilling programs to improve lives. As a social enterprise, we provide sustainable, 100% award wages paid employment to people facing barriers to finding and keeping a job.