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2025 Australian of the Year for Victoria Nominee: Madeleine Buchner OAM ✨ (well there’s a sentence I could have never imagined!!) I am beyond excited, and suffering from major imposter syndrome, being named alongside people I have looked up to for many many years. Here’s to championing Young Carers on new platforms and in exciting new ways 🥂 Australian of the Year Awards Little Dreamers Australia

We're excited to announce Kepa Kwab is now available! ✨️ It's a huge milestone for PPP, with Kepa Kwab (meaning "beautiful water" in Noongar) being our first bespoke non-alcoholic beverage, designed to celebrate stories of country and its people. Collaboratively developed with over 100 youth, specialists and Aboriginal Elders, infused with Australian native botanicals, manufactured locally and proceeds supporting vulnerable youth through our Djinda Ngardak program, making a positive impact with every refreshing sip. Whether you’re celebrating, connecting with friends or looking for a meaningful, non-alcoholic option for your next event, Kepa Kwab offers a unique experience that embodies the stories of country and community. Every sip supports a greater cause, making it more than just a drink—it’s a movement towards positive change. Proudly made in collaboration with Funk Drinks Co., Chef Rohan Park, 14k By Araluen, Elder and Australian Bush Food Specialist Dale Tilbrook, Marvick Farm, Belmont City College and Patrick O’Brian from North Metropolitan TAFE. Proudly supported by Buy West Eat Best. Learn more & order online: https://lnkd.in/gg3xHjAK Wholesale orders: Email sales@funkdrinks.co or create an account: https://lnkd.in/g_h8R-EJ #KepaKwab #NonAlcoholicDrink #AlcoholFree #EmpoweringYouth #SocialEnterprise #Innovation #AboriginalCulture #Youth

A Day at Parramatta Mission: More Than Just a Meal! Yesterday, I had the privilege of stepping away from my desk and spending the day at Parramatta Mission, serving lunch to members of the homeless community. It was an experience that left a real impact on me—not just because of the faces I met or the stories I heard, but because of the realisation that community service goes far beyond what we often imagine. At the AMP Foundation, we often talk about the importance of giving back, and we support many teams with the financial resources to take part in volunteering days, but being there, reminded me just how critical it is for each of us to physically step into our communities. It’s not enough to sit behind the desk and advocate for change. We need to be out there, getting involved, truly understanding the work our charity partners do. Parramatta Mission offers so much more than just food. Yes, the meal was important—perhaps the most tangible form of care—but what really stood out was the holistic support they provide: mental health services, emergency accommodation, counselling, and the list goes on. Each person who came through the door wasn’t just receiving a plate of food; they were being treated with dignity, respect, and compassion. It made me reflect on how essential these wrap-around services are in helping people regain their footing in life. I walked away from the experience with a renewed sense of why we, as an organisation, encourage our employees to get involved in volunteering. There’s something incredibly powerful about connecting with the people we’re helping. Seeing the direct impact of our contributions, makes everything we do at the AMP Foundation—every grant, every volunteer hour, every fundraising effort—so much more real. I not only encourage all AMP employees, but I encourage you as individuals to take the opportunity to get out into the community, even if just for a day. The work you’ll witness, the lives you’ll touch, and the perspective you’ll gain is immeasurable. We’re making a difference, and it’s incredible to see firsthand the ripple effect of the AMP Foundation’s support. #volunteerimpact #parramattamission #bethechange #servewithheart

𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐩𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐌𝐏 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐤’𝐬 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐃𝐞𝐛𝐢𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐥𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 2025 Annnnd BINGO! Here we are making our very first purchase with AMP Bank’s new Debit MasterCard which will be ready early in 2025 when we launch our new digital banking experience to Australia.     Thank you to Shaun Christie-David, a proud AMP Foundation 2020 Tomorrow Maker for sharing his venue Kabul Social for this historical moment for AMP Bank.    Remarkable what the team has been able to achieve in one year, working with Engine by Starling. The countdown to launch is on! Find out more about our new digital banking experience: https://lnkd.in/gqVAahiV AMP AMP Bank

The launch of KEPA KWAB alcohol free soda today in Perth was not only uplifting, it demonstrated what social entrepreneurs Catherine MacDougall and social enterprise Prepare Produce Provide can achieve by working in harmony with all elements of the community that have shared vision and drive! #KEPAKWAB #TomorrowMakers #AMPFoundation

Podcast – Leaders in Aged Care with Jimmy Leishman, Episode 68 **Do Not Miss This One** This episode is special not only because of Jimmy's boundless energy (he has no off switch) or his mission to connect everyone in Aged Care through storytelling, but also because he has agreed to be my co-speaker at the National ACCPA Conference in Adelaide this week. We'll be speaking at 12:00 pm on Thursday, October 24th. When you hear his story, you'll understand why the synergy in our missions made him the obvious choice to help me keep it together on stage. So without further ado, I’m thrilled to introduce our latest guest on the Leaders in Aged Care Podcast— Jimmy Leishman, Co-Founder & Co-CEO of TeaTime.   Jimmy’s journey started on a park bench during the height of the pandemic, feeling the weight of isolation while awaiting news from his wife’s scan. In that moment, he realized the profound impact loneliness can have on all of us—and he decided to act. What followed was the birth of TeaTime, a groundbreaking platform that is changing the way families, residents, and care providers connect in aged care.   From the garden of an aged care home to a conversation validating a resident’s memories, Jimmy saw firsthand how powerful technology could be when used to create connections. That lightning-bolt moment became his mission—to use technology not just to document life, but to enrich it. And he hasn’t looked back since.   TeaTime isn’t just an app; it’s a movement. Built to be secure, closed-loop, and family-focused, it’s already transforming aged care communities. With over 2,000 moments shared since its launch in February and a growing user base across five aged care brands, Jimmy and his team are sprinting towards their goal of connecting families worldwide.   In a world where headlines can sometimes cast a shadow over the good work done in aged care, Jimmy and the TeaTime team are a beacon of light. They’re not just connecting families—they’re reshaping narratives, one moment at a time.   Tune in to this week’s episode to hear how Jimmy, Ed, and the TeaTime team are making a difference and where they’re heading next. And for every aged care professional out there wondering if they can make a change, remember: the bat signal went up—and TeaTime answered.

I'm thrilled to share that the story of the Remote OpShop Project has been featured in this month's Marie Claire magazine! It beautifully captures the spirit of what we're working to achieve - equal access for everyone, no matter where you live. "What keeps me moving forward are stories from women about the pride they have in owning and running their own store and being able to provide their families with access to things that everybody should have. For example, buying a towel for $2 in the op shop that would normally cost $30 in their local store means mothers don't have to choose between buying basics or food for their family." Thanks to Alice Moffitt for capturing this story, Stephanie Coombes for the beautiful photos, and my Urapunga family featured in their incredible NAIDOC Week outfits. A massive thank you to Marie Claire Magazine for recognising the power of this project and giving it a platform. Special mentions in this story for our supporting partners: AMP Foundation, AgriFutures Australia (Westpac) and Project Net Zero. #RemoteOpShop #MarieClaire #CircularEconomy #FirstNationsEmpowerment #CommunityLed #SustainableFashion #SocialEnterprise #SelfDetermination Nicola Stokes GAICD, Lucy Watson, Tom Allen, Sheridan Ingold, Brad Higgins AICD, Donna Digby GAICD, Eileen Breen. Melinda Tually, Meg Dennis, Quentin Merckle, Georgie Robertson, Kylie Roberts-Frost, Tracey Pryor, Natalie Moxham, Louisa Kirby - thank you for supporting Remote OpShop Project

"With the Remote OpShop Project, I don't think of myself as a leader - I think of myself as a facilitator. You have to step back in order to let people step forward; that's where you start empowering people." Fantastic coverage in this months Country Style Magazine! What started as an idea on a piece of butchers paper has grown into a network of OpShop across remote Australia. We’re thankful to those media outlets that continue to share and celebrate the stories from our outback communities. Written by Ella Smith Photography Stephanie Coombes AgriFutures Australia Westpac #remoteaustralia #firstnations #australia #opshop #circulareconomy #excesstoopportunity

Students Shine at the Launch of the Purpose Precinct Pop-Up Shop! 🌟 Social Enterprise Schools students from Surf Coast Secondary College, Beechworth Primary School and SANDRINGHAM COLLEGE were celebrated at the launch of the Social Enterprise Schools pop-up at Melbourne's Purpose Precinct in Queen Vic Market. A first for entrepreneurial learning in Victoria, bringing student social enterprises to the Purpose Precinct’s innovative and dedicated Social Enterprise marketplace. It forms part of the ‘Purpose Kids’ Pop-Up Shop that is dedicated to showcasing and igniting social entrepreneurship in young people, open until the end of October. Lachlan Baird, Chair of the ACRE Board said “It’s thrilling to be here in the Purpose Precinct - a venue that showcases social enterprises to nine million visitors each year! A big thank you to the Purpose Precinct team for this opportunity, as trading is a transformational part of the student-led program.” Lachlan opened the launch, together with Llewela Forrest GM at Purpose Precinct. "A big congratulations to the young social entrepreneurs who are here today – you are inspiring and part of a global change in how we do business!" We extend our sincere thanks to the dedicated teaching teams and the Victorian Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions for supporting this trading opportunity as part of this year’s Victorian program. Gratitude to our national partner, AMP Foundation, for their ongoing support and commitment to enabling the next generation of Tomorrow Makers. Be sure to drop by the Purpose Precinct (F Shed, Stall 19) before the end of October! Images and more at https://shorturl.at/bWyCS #socialenterpriseschools #entrepreneurs #education #purposeprecinct #socent #socialenterprise