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11 Jul 2017

 The Sunday Mail City-Bay Fun Run is just around the corner! We are inviting staff, supported employees, employers and customers to be part of Team Barkuma on Sunday the 17th of September to...  Read more

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1 Jul 2017

Barkuma will be moving offices on Thursday the 18th of May and Friday 19th of May, 2017. On these two days, our Adelaide office will be closed but you can still call us....  Read more

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7 Jun 2017

If you love dining out, going to movies or travelling, you know how expensive it can get. That's why the Entertainment Book is a great way to access fantastic offers, whilst also getting...  Read more

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2 Jun 2017

The team at Barkuma Training have been designing and implementing customised training packages for workers in the Disability Support sector so that they can grow and develop along with the National Disability Insurance...  Read more

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1 Jun 2017

Welcome to our first issue of the Barkuma Buzz biannual magazine! It’s been a while since we’ve been in touch with you and a lot has happened. In May, after nearly 15 years...  Read more

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1 Jun 2017

Over 300 people joined us on the stunning grounds of Carclew House in North Adelaide to launch our 50th year. We had delicious food, ice cold drinks and plenty of dancing and fun....  Read more

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1 Jun 2017

It’s official! The NDIS is here and ready to go. For many South Australians the NDIS has arrived, so it’s important to understand how to get the plan that is right for you....  Read more

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1 Jun 2017

In 2016, we supported 749 people living with disability to live and work in the community, including 53 year old Lisa. Lisa has been supported to live independently and maintain employment with Barkuma’s...  Read more

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1 Jun 2017

We are proud to announce that Barkuma is a part of the Buyability network. Buyability is a first for the sector and measures the social and economic impact of supported employment enterprises. It...  Read more

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1 Jun 2017

On the 23rd of November, 2016 we celebrated the hard work and dedication of 65 students from schools across South Australia as they graduated from Barkuma’s Transition Program. This was the 17th class...  Read more

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1 Jun 2017

At StreetFleet, we are committed to make a positive contribution to our community. As a corporate partner, StreetFleet have been working together with Barkuma for over 10 years, creating a strong and mutually...  Read more

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1 Jun 2017

Welcome to our latest Ambassador ‘Blue the Barkuma Bilby’! Blue epitomises the vibrancy of Barkuma, Blue’s cheerful demeanour represents the positive impact that can be made on the lives of others when they...  Read more

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6 Apr 2017

Barkuma has partnered with global fashion powerhouse and Young Australian of the Year Paul Vasileff, founder and designer of the Paolo Sebastian success story. The announcement of Vasileff as Barkuma Ambassador is another...  Read more

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29 Mar 2017

For every 2017/2018  Entertainment Book we sell, Barkuma will receive $14 towards our fundraising efforts – so the more we sell the more money we raise! We would therefore really appreciate you ordering...  Read more

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2 Nov 2016

Barkuma is delighted to be announced as the inaugural 2016 Telstra Business Awards South Australian Charity division winner! The newly created not-for-profit award category recognises the significant contribution that charity organisations make to...  Read more

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2 Nov 2016

No matter the size of your organisation, if you have some spare space in your workplace you can host your very own Barkuma donation box. Peter Rabbit, a local cafe specialising in organic...  Read more

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1 Nov 2016

Our core fundraising focus for 2016 has been the Elizabeth factory upgrade. Currently, the outside common area has very limited shade and seating for our 90 employees. We are hoping with the money...  Read more

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1 Nov 2016

There is nothing quite like an olive! Whether that be on a platter or in oil, the olive is an essential part of any kitchen. We are lucky in South Australia to be...  Read more

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1 Nov 2016

Welcome to the Barkuma family our newest ambassador, Matt Tarrant. Matt is an award winning Magician and Mentalist based in Adelaide, who for the last four years has been awarded the Best Act...  Read more

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1 Nov 2016

The NDIA has recently amended its pre-qualification eligibility requirements. This means generally our supported employees will satisfy the disability requirements without further evidence being required. Before potentially being automatically eligible you will need...  Read more