A word from the Operations Manager
FY25 was a year of significant change and transition for our team. We began the year as part of Green Connect; by year’s end, we had launched Green Yakka: a dedicated brand with a clear focus on labour hire and zero waste, built on more than a decade of impact.
In March Green Connect Farm transitioned to independence, continuing its focusing on growing fair food and connecting people to land and community. We are fortunate to enjoy a strong ongoing relationship with the Farm’s team, as we work together on joint work readiness and employment programs.
At the same time, our Labour hire and zero waste teams strengthened training and systems, developed new business plans, and in June launched Green Yakka to the public. This new identity reflects who we are and what we do best: hard, honest work that cares for people and planet. Already, the brand has opened the door to new partnerships and positioned us strongly for growth.
One highlight was the launch of a NSW Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) funded program with food businesses in Mirvac shopping centres and at the University of Wollongong, helping reduce food waste at its source – a clear example of our Zero Waste team’s expertise. On the labour hire side, we are growing our work with councils and businesses across Sydney and the Illawarra, from bush regeneration and land care, to construction, window cleaning and site services.
These partnerships are creating long-term impact: reducing waste, regenerating local environments and, most importantly, creating job pathways.
In FY25, we provided 194 employment opportunities, with 71% of these going to people facing barriers to work, including former refugees, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and young people. Our teams also completed more than 2,200 training and development outcomes, building skills and confidence through everything from toolbox talks to accredited training.
Our Impact FY25
GREEN YAKKA194
job opportunities
71%
of people had experienced barriers to work
2,211
training and development outcomes
Our Impact FY25
GREEN YAKKA194
job opportunities
71%
experiencing barriers to work
2,200
training and development outcomes
These achievements are only possible because of the flexibility and dedication of our team. I am deeply proud of how staff adapted through this period – continuing to deliver high-quality services for clients while navigating major change.
Looking ahead, I am excited about what Green Yakka can achieve. With a clear focus, a strong team and a proud history behind us, we are well placed to grow our impact and deliver even greater outcomes for people, communities and Country.
OPERATIONS MANAGER
