Supported Employment at Independence Ulladulla
At Independence Ulladulla, we are dedicated to fostering genuine career growth through our Supported Employment program. By offerring local social enterprises such as The Frog n Owl, The Cup n Cake n Co, Thrift Haus, and MUSU, we create authentic workplace opportunities right here in our community. Our participants build lasting confidence while mastering practical, hands-on skills in hospitality, retail, and customer service. Every step of the way, our compassionate staff provides one-on-one guidance to ensure everyone feels empowered, capable, and supported. Together, we are turning potential into professional success while enriching the lives of our local workforce.
The Frog n Owl
Launched in April 2024, The Frog n Owl offers an uplifting and supportive retail setting designed for participants to cultivate vital professional abilities. From refining customer relations and managing stock to curating a welcoming boutique space, our staff provides constant guidance shaped by each person's journey.
We are dedicated to fostering self-assurance and vocational autonomy within a warm environment that honors our local neighborhood and celebrates the unique growth of every individual in our program.
The Cup n Cake n Co
Since opening in August 2021, The Cup n Cake n Co has expanded significantly to better serve the community. Our site features a unique menu with delicious wraps, fresh salads, hearty bacon and egg rolls, and awesome cupcakes, all handcrafted onsite daily.
Enjoy our $10 cake and coffee deal, or grab our $13 tradie special featuring a bacon and egg roll with coffee. We also blend awesome smoothies and shakes at unbelievably low prices. We invite you to pop in and try our treats today.
Thrift Haus
Since Thrift Haus joined The Frog n Owl in June 2025, it has become a resounding success within our community. This thriving initiative focuses on recycling and reselling beautiful donated clothing, providing our participants with diverse retail experience.
We pride ourselves on offering high-quality fashion at incredibly low prices, making style accessible to all. We warmly invite you to donate any good quality clothing you no longer need to support our mission and help our team continue to grow.
Milton Ulladulla School Uniforms (MUSU)
Established in 2020 amid the challenges of COVID, Milton Ulladulla School Uniforms (MUSU) was born from a commitment to support our local families. Today, we continue to serve our vibrant community by providing essential uniforms for children from Kindergarten through to Year 6 at both Milton Public School and Ulladulla Public School.
In this active retail environment, our participants gain invaluable professional experience, mastering point-of-sale systems, stock inventory, and high-quality customer service. It remains a vital hub where school spirit meets supported employment, ensuring every student is ready for their educational journey while our team builds meaningful vocational independence.