Yaru Water is a social enterprise that tells an important cultural story whilst creating
better health outcomes for Indigenous communities via the Yaru Foundation.
Yaru is Australia's first premium Indigenous mineral water.
Supply Nation Certified business with sustainability at the core.
Yaru is a social enterprise. It tells an important cultural story whilst creating better health outcomes for Indigenous communities via the Yaru Foundation. Through sales of Yaru Water and vital donations from corporate supporters, we are able to establish much needed projects that lead to health improvements, cultural awareness, and sustainable outcomes.
By purchasing Yaru Water and supporting the Yaru Foundation, you are directly contributing towards projects that transform lives right here in Australia. Yaru is a proud change-maker. Our ambition is to inspire the procurement landscape, encourage similar business models that create positive social change, and bring Indigenous culture to the forefront of Australia.
Social Enterprise
Yaru Water is a social enterprise. It's much more than just water.
Water Source
Sourced from water that flows deep below the foothills of an ancient volcano.
Our Products
Perfectly still and lightly sparkling. Add meaning to all occasions.
Yaru Foundation
A not for profit Foundation is at the heart of Yaru Water.
All The Latest
Stay up to date with all the latest news from Yaru Water and the Yaru Foundation.
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Yaru Foundation donates $40,000 to Engineers Without Borders Australia to fund a critical project for the Lama Lama community...
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The Yaru Foundation funded a last minute fundraising appeal to help get the flood affected community of Cabbage Tree Island to the Koori Kno...
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We're thrilled to announce the recipient of the 2024 Yaru Indigenous Youth Sports Grant: young Australian motocross sensation, Archie Blanch...
Quality, Capability, & Sustainability
Yaru is proud to provide a premium water with a purpose. But what's in the bottle and how do we operate? Sustainability is at the core of everything we do. Read more below.
Premium
Our premium range of still and sparkling mineral water comes in both recycled PET and Glass.
Volcanic Source
Our water flows from deep below an ancient volcano in the heart of Bundjalung country in Northern NSW.
Single Origin
Sourced and bottled from a single pristine source, to preserve and maintain the natural water quality that Yaru is known for.
Naturally Alkaline
Our water is rich in minerals. Our still variety also benefits from being naturally alkaline, something that many people look for in their water today.
Environment & Sustainability
We have been carbon neutral since we began. We work alongside communities to close the health gap. We use only recycled and recyclable materials. Sustainability is at the core of everything we do.
Recycled PET
Our bottles, which are blown on site, are made from recycled-PET and are fully recyclable. We DO NOT use single-use plastic. Avoiding uncessary shipping methods and working with recycled materials means that we can operate sustainably.
Supply Nation Certified
Yaru is the leading Indigenous water supplier in Australia, and has been certified by Supply Nation since 2011. We take pride in being part of a community that works hard towards reconciliation.
State of the Art Bottling Facility
Our state of the art facility provides us with the capacity to bottle up to 60 million bottles per year. We supply Yaru to some of Australia's most well known retailers, corporates, and organisations.
Established Supply Chain
We have an established national supply chain and work alongside distributors throughout Australia, which ensures smooth and reliable provision.
What Our Advocates Say
We couldn't make a difference without the invaluable support of our customers, donors and partners. Here's what some of them have to say about Yaru Water.
Coles
Simon, General Manager Procurement
Customers have responded very positively to Yaru Water’s products, which tap into a growing demand for bottled water, but with a unique history and mission. We are delighted to be selling such an excellent product.
AFL Victoria
Aaron, Indigenous Programs Manager
Yaru Water’s support of the 2016 junior indigenous carnival has allowed us to continue to use football as a vehicle to promote a healthy lifestyle in indigenous communities.
Sofitel
Amery, General Mnager
We wanted something special. When we found Yaru Water and heard the story, we wanted to give that to our guests. It's such a great product. It should be in every boardroom in Australia.
Qantas
Philip, Executive Manager Product & Service
As soon as we saw Yaru Water we were impressed. The quality of the product is outstanding and we’re incredibly happy to showcase Yaru Water and its story; not just to Australians but also to international travellers, wherever they come from.
Westpac
Simon, Chief Procurement Officer
I’ve no doubt the focus on social outcomes, along with the quality and commerciality of the product, will contribute to the ongoing significant take up of Yaru Water by corporations across Australia.
Native Affairs
Maori Television Report
Yaru Water has a unique business model in Australia. It's a bottle of water that bridges a cultural divide, and already it's having a positive impact on the Aboriginal community.
Make a donation to the Yaru Foundation and help create better health outcomes for Indigenous communities throughout Australia.