b'01CO-CHAIR MESSAGERRA MIDCOAST Our MidCoast operations stand as the largest RRA site, with over 50 employees working across five individual locations. This scale presents a unique opportunity to streamline processes over a large geographical area while achieving both operational goals and social outcomes with precision and ease.Despite the complexity of managing such an extensive area, our team embraces the challenge with energy and enthusiasm. As Richard Thrippleton, Senior Team Leader for RRA MidCoast explains, "Our focus on employing people facing barriers to work is at the heart of our success. Continuous training and support across the sites have led to excellent outcomes, both for our employees and the communities we serve."One shining example is Kirk, who joined us through the Community Service Work program in October.His dedication and positive attitude quickly earned him a casual Depot Hand position and since then, hes progressed rapidly - earning his forklift licence and now preparing to obtain his front-end loader ticket.Kirks journey showcases the life-changing impact that meaningful work and support can bring. At our Tuncurry site, our regular customers play a special role in our operations. Many visit weekly to return bottles through the Return and Earn (Container Deposit Scheme), and soon, feel right at home, sharing news of their lives with our team. 04Our customers are like part of an extended family. We see them every week, and we often joke we see more of them than our own friends and family. says Liam Simon who operates the bulk processing machines.Our operations run in partnership with JR Richards and the Waste Management team at MidCoast Council. Together, we share best practices andRRAexplore innovative ways to grow the local circular economy, ensuring that our work not only manages waste but also makes a lasting positive impact. Richard shares, Through our efforts, we have diverted significant amounts of waste from landfill,"By combiningmidcoastcreating a cleaner environment while offeringenvironmental local employment opportunities and strengthening community engagement.stewardship with "Ultimately, we are here to create a sustainable future.social responsibility,By combining environmental stewardship with social responsibility, were building stronger communitieswere building stronger and a healthier planet.communities and a RRAs MidCoast Operations include 4 Revivahealthier planet. Reuse Shops and Community Recycling Centres, 3 weighbridges, 5 waste transfer stations and 1 ReturnRICHARD THRIPPLETONand Earn (bulk Container Deposit Scheme) service. SENIOR TEAM LEADER37'