May 2017

In May 2017 COS’s $1million solar panel project was successfully completed.  The project, involving the installation of 1,500 solar panels on the roofs of COS’s 3 east coast warehouses, was initiated after a carbon audit identified that electricity contributed almost 50% off COS’s carbon emissions.  The solar panels are expected to generate over 80% of the power used at each site and will enable COS to reduce our annual emissions by  532 tonnes, 38 times the amount produced each year by the average Australian home. This project reflects the extent of our ongoing, active commitment to environmental sustainability and specifically reducing our carbon emissions.

11 November 2015

The Lyone Foundation has proudly donated $20,000 to Dress for Success Sydney in 2015 to assist in their employment of a new staff member. Dress for Success Sydney is a charity that improves the employability of women in need by providing, free of charge, professional clothing, a support network and career development tools. The donation has enabled Nicole, a woman with a criminal record to overcome the stigma associated with her past and realise her career dreams in a key administrative role with Dress for Success Sydney.

Here’s what Nicole had to say:“My record meant I was overlooked for so many jobs I applied for. For this role, my past wasn’t a barrier. Now, I am using my skills and growing professionally in a way I never dreamed possible. I feel confident and I love coming to work each day. I feel human again.”

3 November 2015

The Lyone Foundation has proudly funded three cough assist machines in 2015. SMA Australia provides support to sufferers of Spinal Muscular Atrophy, and their families. It is the sole peak body that represents sufferers of Spinal Muscular Atrophy in Australia.

Here’s what Alex’s Mum, Lina had to say:“The Cough Assist E70 is an invaluable device and gives me such peace of mind and our family some stability.  It has been so beneficial in maintaining Alex’s quality of life and, more importantly, keeping him out of hospital.”

26 March 2015

This year the Lyone Foundation has proudly donated $30,000 to the Spinal Muscular Atrophy Association of Australia. SMA Australia provide support to families and sufferers of Spinal Muscular Atrophy and work in establishing a specialist pool of equipment to assist families ease the burden of the disease.

26 March 2015

A BIG cheque for a BIG hearted charity. Another charity the Lyone Foundation is proudly supporting this year is Dress for Success Sydney. The foundation has donated $20,000 to DFS, a charity dedicated to improving the employability of women in need by providing, free of charge, professional clothing, a network of support and the career development tools to help them achieve self-sufficiency.

3 November 2014

The Lyone Foundation has has assisted ALNF to allow six carers obtain their certificate to support children with learning difficulties. ALNF programs span from early years learning through to adolescent and adult learning needs, and address the needs of a diverse range of individuals and communities, including Indigenous, refugee and migrant communities.

Here’s what ALNF carers had to say:“The children love the ALNF resources and strategies I have implemented into their activities. They are so enthusiastic! I would like to thank ALNF and the Lyone Foundation for their support.”

3 November 2014

The Lyone Foundation has proudly funded two camps held during 2014. The camps have made a real difference to the happiness and confidence of the children and their families.

Here’s what children who participated in the Cottage By The Sea camps had to say:“This camp was so much fun and we got to do so many new and challenging activities – archery, lazer tag, giant swing, obstacle course, the mud pit and Healesville Sanctuary. Thanks so much to Cottage by the Sea and the Lyone Foundation!”