Bedford Group

Bedford Group Bedford exists to support people with disability to live the life they choose At Bedford we live by a simple vision.
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We strive to support change in the lives of people with disability by building capacity, independence and wellbeing. We do this by providing meaningful employment in a range of settings, tailored training, community access services and accommodation for over 1,500 people across South Australia. Above all, we promote individual choice and control to empower people with disability to live fulfilled and happy lives.

Footy season is officially here! 🏉Robyn and David from our Panorama site are kicking things off with a bit of friendly r...
06/03/2026

Footy season is officially here! 🏉

Robyn and David from our Panorama site are kicking things off with a bit of friendly rivalry as the Broncos and Panthers go head-to-head in their first NRL game of the season.

Whether you’re cheering for Brisbane, Penrith, or just in it for the footy spirit, there’s nothing like the start of the season to bring everyone together.

Tell us in the comments who you're backing this year!

Today we’re celebrating the heart of Bedford — our people.This Employee Appreciation Day, we want to recognise the incre...
06/03/2026

Today we’re celebrating the heart of Bedford — our people.

This Employee Appreciation Day, we want to recognise the incredible Bedford employees and staff who show up every day with dedication, teamwork and pride in what they do.

Whether you’re supporting a colleague, learning new skills, solving problems, delivering great work for customers, or sharing a laugh with the team — it’s the people at Bedford who make our workplaces special.

Our employees bring talent, determination and purpose.
Our staff bring guidance, encouragement and care.

Together, you create a community where everyone belongs and where great things happen every single day.

To every Bedford employee and every member of staff — thank you for the difference you make.

Today we celebrate you. 🧡

Celebrating our Packaging Stars! ⭐Last week we had the pleasure of celebrating some incredible members of our Packaging ...
04/03/2026

Celebrating our Packaging Stars! ⭐

Last week we had the pleasure of celebrating some incredible members of our Packaging team and recognising the effort, care and pride they bring to their work every day.

Trevor was recognised by the team for his hard work and commitment, showing up ready to give his best each and every day.

Timothy received the Be Safe Award for consistently wearing the correct PPE and for proactively identifying safety hazards within his work area.

Karen was also recognised with a Be Safe Award for her many years as an outstanding Safety Representative in the Packaging department. Karen truly lives Bedford’s “See Something, Say Something” approach to safety.

Dana received the Gordon Reid Award, recognising the fantastic work she does and the enthusiasm she brings to life and the workplace.

Ben was recognised for staying on task, working independently, and always being happy to lend a hand when help is needed.

Congratulations to all our award recipients! Your dedication, teamwork and commitment help make Bedford such a supportive and positive workplace 🧡

03/03/2026

Professional uniform embroidery in Whyalla — with purpose 🧡

Looking for high-quality embroidery for your business, school, club or organisation? Bedford Whyalla delivers premium uniform embroidery — while creating meaningful employment opportunities for people with disability in our local community.

When you choose Bedford, you’re not just elevating your brand — you’re investing in social impact.

🔸 Precision embroidery
🔸 Custom uniforms & workwear
🔸 Reliable, local service
🔸 Supporting employment in Whyalla

Every stitch represents skill, pride and opportunity. Your order helps create inclusive workplaces and meaningful jobs for local employees.

Ready to upgrade your team’s look and make a difference?

Request a FREE quote today! Link in comments.

Hat game: strong!🧢Our Bedford crew are rocking their new Bedford hats and wearing them with pride!Looking good, team! 👏 ...
01/03/2026

Hat game: strong!🧢

Our Bedford crew are rocking their new Bedford hats and wearing them with pride!

Looking good, team! 👏

A few of our incredible Bedford team members at Elizabeth showcasing the work they do every day. From precision and team...
27/02/2026

A few of our incredible Bedford team members at Elizabeth showcasing the work they do every day.

From precision and teamwork to pride in a job well done, there’s so much skill and dedication behind the scenes at our Elizabeth site.

We’re proud to support meaningful employment opportunities that build confidence, capability and community connection.

Today marks an important milestone for the Bedford community.Following the conclusion of the voluntary administration sa...
04/02/2026

Today marks an important milestone for the Bedford community.

Following the conclusion of the voluntary administration sale process, The Disability Trust has formally acquired Bedford Services and Advisory Ltd.

We’re honoured to support Bedford into its next chapter, with care, continuity and respect for what this community represents.

A fresh start. The same heart.

Thank you for supporting a year of incredible impact by our recycling hub in 2025 ♻️As 2025 comes to a close, we want to...
18/12/2025

Thank you for supporting a year of incredible impact by our recycling hub in 2025 ♻️

As 2025 comes to a close, we want to thank our partners, customers and community for standing with our recycling team to create positive environmental and social impact.

This year, our e-waste and mattress recycling businesses, Electronic Recycling Australia and Bounce Back Mattress Recycling, continued to demonstrate what is possible when a circular economy model puts both environmental and social outcomes first.

💚 Social impact in 2025
Our recycling hub supported 75 jobs, including 50 roles for people with disability, delivering 109,470 hours of meaningful employment across the operations. These roles create opportunity, build skills and support inclusive workplaces where everyone can contribute.

♻️ Environmental impact in 2025
- 3.6 million kg of e-waste diverted from landfill;
- 64.26 million kg of CO₂ emissions prevented;
- Valuable materials recovered and returned to use, including glass, cardboard, plastics and gas; - Bounce Back recycled 23,000 mattresses, achieving up to 90% material recovery and preventing toxic materials from entering landfill.

🔁 Extending the life of electronics
Keeping products in use is central to our circular approach:
• 2,400+ electronic items refurbished and sold, including calculators, mobile phones, tablets, laptops, desktop computers, monitors and components;
• 400+ refurbished items donated to Backpacks 4 SA Kids INC., supporting children and families with access to essential technology.

🎓 Education and community engagement
In 2025, our Ottoway recycling hub became a place of learning and connection:
• 68 recycling hub tours delivered to 1,456 students and 208 teachers, and 189 people from community and business groups;
• Delivered a hands-on e-waste education project with Green Industries SA, Greenwith Primary School and Norwood Primary School, engaging 120 project teams and 340 students;
• Hosted 7 Saturday recycling drop-off days, combining community recycling with refurbished e-waste sales.

None of this would be possible without the support of the South Australian community. Every item recycled, every partnership formed and every choice to work with us has helped create a more inclusive economy and a more sustainable future.

Thank you for being part of the impact in 2025. We look forward to what we can achieve together in 2026.

Our Ambassador, Adelaide Football Club ruck Reilly O’Brien, recently spent time chatting with our Panorama crew about wh...
16/12/2025

Our Ambassador, Adelaide Football Club ruck Reilly O’Brien, recently spent time chatting with our Panorama crew about why he values his connection to Bedford and the positive impact our community has had on him throughout the year.

Reilly shared his personal highlights, the lessons he has learned in 2025 and the goals he is setting for an even bigger 2026.👊

Our community loved hearing his insights, asking questions and celebrating the end of the year together. Thank you, Reilly, for your ongoing support, energy and passion for inclusion. Here’s to another year of teamwork, growth and possibilities.💫

The Festive Season is in full swing in Mount Gambier, where clients and staff from our Learning and Experiences Hub part...
16/12/2025

The Festive Season is in full swing in Mount Gambier, where clients and staff from our Learning and Experiences Hub participated in the 2025 AAM Timber Christmas Parade. 🎄🍭✨

Clients and staff from the hub did an incredible job of bringing their chosen theme to life, from brainstorming ideas to crafting props, designing costumes and pitching in wherever they could.

The magical result was “Wonka’s Wonderland”. 🍬

And in a sweet and sustainable surprise for Santa, they used recycled materials to create their float. 🙌

A big thank you to everyone for their creativity, enthusiasm and teamwork! 🎉👏

10/12/2025

🌿 As 2025 draws to a close, we are proud to share a year of growth, green impact and inclusive opportunity that our landscape construction social enterprise, GreenInc has achieved.

Please enjoy GreenInc’s 2025 in review video and see how their all-abilities team has transformed award-winning green spaces through sustainable landscaping and care for communities across South Australia.

Thank you to everyone who has supported GreenInc’s mission to move the earth to make a difference this year. Here’s to creating even greater impact in 2026. 💚

Summer is here and that means it’s time to stay sun smart. Remember to slip, slop, slap, seek, and slide: wear your hat,...
09/12/2025

Summer is here and that means it’s time to stay sun smart. Remember to slip, slop, slap, seek, and slide: wear your hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses, and take a break in the shade whenever you can.

Hayley, Jasmine and William from our Whyalla Learning and Experiences hub are leading the way this season and have sewn their very own sun hats! 🧢😎

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Our Story

Bedford has been changing the lives of people with disability for over 70 years by building capacity, independence and well-being. We are the second largest employer for people with a disability in Australia. We also offer exceptional tailored services and provide a broad suite of NDIS support services including social participation activities, training and accommodation to over 1,500 people in South Australia and Victoria.

We build healthy relationships, foster skills to last a lifetime, and pride ourselves on providing hands-on support. Above all, we promote individual choice and control to empower people with disability to live fulfilled and happy lives.