Wesfarmers — a diversified corporation
From its origins in 1914 as a Western Australian farmers’ cooperative, Wesfarmers has grown into one of Australia’s largest listed companies. With headquarters in Perth, Wesfarmers’ businesses span: home improvement, outdoor living products and supply of building materials; general merchandise and apparel; office and technology products; health, beauty and wellbeing products and services; management of a retail subscription program and shared data asset; wholesale distribution of pharmaceutical goods; manufacturing and distribution of chemicals and fertilisers; development of an integrated lithium project, including mine, concentrator and refinery; industrial and safety product distribution; gas processing and distribution; and management of the Group’s investments.
The primary objective of Wesfarmers is to provide a satisfactory return to its shareholders.
The company aims to achieve this by:
anticipating the needs of our customers and delivering competitive goods and services;
looking after our team members and providing a safe, fulfilling work environment;
engaging fairly with our suppliers, and sourcing ethically and sustainably;
supporting the communities in which we operate;
taking care of the environment; and
acting with integrity and honesty in all of our dealings.
Our history
Learn about the history of Wesfarmers. Read more
Sustainability Performance
To continue creating value over the long term, Wesfarmers is committed to proactively managing its community and environmental impact. For more information click here
Corporate governance
We maintain robust corporate governance policies in all our businesses. More about our Corporate Governance
Related
The Wesfarmers Way
Results and presentations
2023 Annual Report
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