When Tyler first connected with HDNWA in 2022, he was looking for an opportunity to build his confidence, gain experience in hospitality and see where the industry might take him. He started at The Waverley Brewhouse as a Food and Beverage Runner and, over time, gradually took on more responsibility as his skills and confidence […]
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The Personal Impact Story How HDN has made a difference in Bryn’s journey and the meaningful changes that have come from our work together The purpose of connecting with HDN was to find an organisation that could work with us to support our adult son, Bryn, to find meaningful employment that would make a
HDNWA Named Finalist in the 2025 WA Disability Support Awards! We are thrilled to announce that Hospitality Disability Network Western Australia (HDNWA) was recently named a finalist in the 2025 Western Australia Disability Support Awards, proudly hosted by National Disability Services (NDS). Our nomination in the Excellence in Innovation category is a milestone that reflects
Celebrating a Milestone in Inclusive Employment We’re proud to celebrate a remarkable achievement since 2016, Optus Stadium has welcomed over 100 team members into its workforce through our valued partnership with Hospitality Disability Network WA (HDNWA). This milestone is more than a number—it’s a powerful testament to what can be achieved when inclusion is a
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Finding a great job fit At HDNWA, we’re passionate about helping individuals find meaningful employment and nothing brings us more joy than celebrating the inspiring journeys of those we work alongside. Today, we’re proud to share the story of Tyler, a remarkable individual whose resilience, compassion, and determination have truly left a mark on everyone
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We are thrilled to celebrate our 300th placement milestone since HDNWA’s foundation in 2019 by sharing the inspiring story of Hector, who has secured employment with one of our newest members, Refresh Juice! Liam, the owner of Refresh Juice, aspired to create a more inclusive workforce but found it challenging to know where to start.
We would like to extend a sincere thank you to all who attended our recent Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Networking Event. It was a pleasure to connect with so many of you, and we are grateful for the opportunity to come together and celebrate the incredible progress we’ve made over the past year. This
