PRESS RELEASE: WRIQ celebrates outstanding achievements in Queensland’s waste and resource recovery industry

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Queensland’s premier industry association for waste management and resource recovery, WRIQ has recognised those whose work behind the scenes are absolutely vital to achieving a sustainable future for Queensland.

More than 220 industry representatives gathered at the Star Brisbane on Friday 11 October to celebrate their industry colleagues at the WRIQ Industry Awards Gala Dinner. Winners were announced across ten award categories. Guest of honour for the awards was Sam O’Connor MP, Shadow Minister for Environment and the Great Barrier Reef.

WRIQ CEO, Alison Price, expressed her pride in the achievements of the finalists and winners, highlighting their unwavering dedication and commitment to sustainability and excellence in the industry.

Ms Price remarked, “The Industry Awards Gala Dinner was a truly inspiring celebration of the talent and hard work that drives our industry forward. We congratulate all the finalists for their valuable contributions and extend our heartfelt congratulations to the deserving winners for their exceptional accomplishments.”

The awards program and event were held with the support of Hastings Deering, Pure Environmental, Re.Group and Kennedy’s Timber.

The full winners and highly commended table is available for download at: https://www.wriq.au/download/1080/?tmstv=1728785238

A winner’s book and photographs will be available following the event at: https://www.wriq.au/.

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Media Contact:
Alison Price
0488 488 473
[email protected]

Media Contacts:

Name: Veronica DullensCompany: Waste Recycling Industry Association QLDEmail: [email protected]Phone: 0400449100

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October 14, 2024/by Reland Pigte

About Waste Recycling Industry Association QLD

About the WRIQ Industry Awards The WRIQ Industry Awards are an ongoing program that recognizes outstanding individuals and projects contributing to Queensland’s essential waste management and resource recovery infrastructure and services. The awards exist to celebrate the often ‘unsung heroes’ who demonstrate an ongoing commitment to championing the cause through their leadership, mentoring, advocacy, knowledge sharing and action. They inspire us through their achievements and motivate us to make our own contribution to Queensland’s waste management and resource recovery industry. Through the WRIQ Industry Awards, we aim to showcase excellence in individuals and companies who are making a difference in the field of waste management and resource recovery. The awards provide a unique opportunity to shine a spotlight on the innovative projects, initiatives, and partnerships that are helping to build a more sustainable future for Queensland.

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