Community
6 December, 2024
Working to keep our beaches rubbish-free
THE Warrnambool foreshore is looking a little cleaner this week thanks to the recent efforts of a group of enthusiastic volunteers.
Saputo Dairy Australia (SDA) employees partnered with local Beach Patrol volunteers last Wednesday (November 27) for a clean-up along the foreshore.
The aim of the day was to preserve the beautiful beaches and give something back to the community.
Twenty-two employees from SDA’s Allansford site volunteered their time, reflecting Saputo’s ongoing commitment to give back to the local communities where their staff and suppliers live and work.
Hosted by Warrnambool Beach Patrol, rubbish was picked up, sorted and counted for data purposes.
The day was a huge success, with the group collecting just over 96 kilograms of rubbish which included over 6,000 items.
“It’s inspiring to see our team from Allansford come together and volunteer their time to make a tangible difference in Warrnambool,” regional operations manager (west) with Saputo Dairy Australia, Grant Hutcheson said.
“Their efforts not only help keep our coastlines clean, but also strengthen our community bonds where we live and work.
“At SDA we are proud to stand alongside our volunteers and community members in protecting the environment and fostering a spirit of collective responsibility.”
SDA’s environment and waste water manager (Allansford) Brad Coppin said participating in the clean- up was incredibly rewarding.
“It felt great to contribute to the community and see the immediate impact of our efforts to preserve our beautiful beaches and local environment.”
