Woollahra is incredibly proud to announce that we have been awarded the 2026 Market Maker in Sustainability at the Sodexo Excellence Awards.
This recognition is a powerful testament to the impact of our work and the strength of our partnerships—particularly our collaboration with Sodexo and Soap Aid on the Camps to Communities program.
A Win for Purpose-Driven Partnerships
At Woollahra, we believe the most meaningful outcomes are achieved through collaboration.
This award recognises the success of a partnership model that goes beyond traditional supply—bringing together organisations committed to sustainability, community impact, and innovation.
Together with Sodexo and Soap Aid, we have created a program that is not only environmentally responsible, but also delivers real benefits to communities in need.
Camps to Communities: Turning Waste into Opportunity
At the heart of this achievement is the Camps to Communities initiative—an innovative program that collects and recycles used soap from mining accommodation sites.
Through this process:
- Waste soap is diverted from landfill
- Reprocessed into new bars
- Distributed to communities lacking access to basic hygiene products
This initiative demonstrates how simple ideas, when backed by strong partnerships, can create powerful, scalable impact.
Recognition That Matters
Being named Market Maker in Sustainability reflects more than just operational success—it recognises:
- Innovation in sustainable practices
- Measurable environmental outcomes
- Genuine community impact
It also highlights the role suppliers can play in helping large organisations like Sodexo deliver on their sustainability goals.
A Team Effort
This achievement belongs to everyone involved.
From the Woollahra team driving the program, to our partners at Sodexo and Soap Aid, and the champions within Sodexo who supported and nominated this initiative—this is a shared success.
Looking Ahead
While we are proud of this recognition, it is only the beginning.
Woollahra remains committed to expanding initiatives like Camps to Communities, continuing to innovate, and creating solutions that deliver lasting impact for both the environment and the communities we serve.
At Woollahra, we believe sustainability is not just about reducing impact—it’s about creating it.
