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The Keipa Story

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Gino Matera, a proud Noongar man from Wagin in the Southwest of WA, has always possessed an enterprising spirit that has guided his career. With over 15 years of experience as a heavy machinery operator in the mining industry, Gino gained valuable insights into the practical needs of mining personnel. In 2010, he established Matera Renovations and Maintenance, a business focused on renovating houses for the government and clients across Perth and Regional WA. However, changes in building legislative requirements in 2015 posed significant challenges, leading Gino to return to the mining industry for a few more years.

Driven by his desire to secure his family’s financial future and support young Indigenous individuals seeking positive change, Gino actively sought new business opportunities.

In 2019, he ventured into the bottled water delivery business and founded Keipa Water, meaning “FRESH WATER” in Noongar language. Initially serving small businesses in Perth Metropolitan, such as petrol stations, cafes, and corporate clients, the company gradually secured larger projects, including regular purchase orders from mining companies in the Southwest of WA.

In 2022, Keipa Water gained attention as the only Indigenous business with its own water bottling plant in WA.

To accommodate the company’s rapid growth, Gino decided to transition from a sole trader to a proprietary company, resulting in the establishment of Keipa Water Pty Ltd in early 2023. This structural change enabled the company to quote on tenders from mining giants. Additionally, being a 100% Indigenous owned business registered with Supply Nation, Keipa Water Pty Ltd began receiving opportunities like tenders by invitation.

Gino’s enterprising spirit continued to thrive, leading him to develop another complementary idea for his business: hydration products for individuals working in high-temperature areas and those who prioritise their health.