A place to Grow. Work. Explore. Live.
Wallara has supported people with disability for 65+ years, providing NDIS-funded disability services, employment opportunities and community programs across Melbourne.
Learning, employment, community participation and living come together, giving people more ways to explore their interests, build skills and do what matters to them.
Wallara also operates five Social Traders certified social enterprises, creating employment opportunities for people with disability.
Choice, opportunity and connection are at the heart of Wallara.
The Wallara Way
The Wallara Way is at the heart of everything we do, everyday.
✔ Think client first
✔ Be creative and push the boundaries
✔ Do the right thing
✔ Together we make a difference
✔ Have fun and celebrate awesomeness
Our Purpose
Driving social change in our community to empower people with different abilities.
Our Mission
To provide meaningful and stimulating life and work experiences for people with different abilities.
Impact in Action
65+
Years supporting people
94
Short Term Accommodation Stays
284
Learning & Lifestyle clients
236
Supported Employees
One connected pathway. Many opportunities
Learn new skills, explore work, connect with others or find a place to live. As your interests and goals can change — your pathway can change with them.
Grow
Learn new skills, try new things and discover what you enjoy.
Work
Build work skills and explore supported and open employment pathways.
Explore
Spend time with others, enjoy new experiences and connect with the community.
Live
Feel at home, make everyday choices and get the support that works for you.
Explore ways to grow, work, explore and live.
Work with Wallara
Commercial capability with social impact
Wallara’s certified social enterprises deliver professional services for businesses, government and the community — while creating opportunities for people with disability.
Wallara Logistics
Warehousing, 3PL, co-packing, kitting and fulfilment.
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Collingwood Children's Farm
A loved community farm offering education, hospitality and connection.
Sages Cottage Farm
Hospitality, horticulture, events and community experiences.
Land Management Services
Professional grounds, environmental and community services.
Hospitality
Cafés, catering, events and customer service at Cafe W and Sages Cafe.
Wallara Media
Accessible content creation and storytelling.
– Phil Hayes-Brown, CEO.Our mission is to create opportunities for our clients to find employment and make friends, and to open hearts and minds, change attitudes towards disability and normalise inclusion.