Hi and welcome, we're Stepping Stone!
We are a work integration social enterprise with four sites:
We're more than just a café with delicious vegetarian food and fantastic coffee. We're a stepping stone for migrant and refugee women, offering employment and tailored training for those struggling the most to find employment due to language barriers, lack of qualifications, or the necessity for flexible hours.
Our menu is flavourful, fresh, and constantly evolving, and features a variety of dishes inspired by the amazing women we work with, all made with locally sourced, seasonal ingredients.
We’re all about great food that’s good for you and the planet.
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We're more than just a café with delicious vegetarian food and fantastic coffee. We're a stepping stone for migrant and refugee women, offering employment and tailored training for those struggling the most to find employment due to language barriers, lack of qualifications, or the necessity for flexible hours.
Our menu is flavourful, fresh, and constantly evolving, and features a variety of dishes inspired by the amazing women we work with, all made with locally sourced, seasonal ingredients.
We’re all about great food that’s good for you and the planet.
Our founders, Vanessa Brettell and Hannah Costello, were awarded the 2025 Australian of the Year Local Heroes
Stepping Stone Social Enterprise
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