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title: Shattering expectations at the VISY glass recycling plant build
description: The future is crystal clear ♻️
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# [Shattering expectations at the VISY glass recycling plant build](https://blog.programmed.com.au/work-and-smile-fridays/shattering-expectations-at-the-visy-glass-recycling-plant-build)

 Written by [Communications](https://blog.programmed.com.au/work-and-smile-fridays/author/communications) | 20 July 2026 11:23:26 PM

This Friday, we're highlighting a project that's helping shape a more sustainable future, as the Energy & Resources Queensland team celebrates two and a half years of progress on the new Visy BRR Glass Recycling Plant.

 

"Last week the E&R QLD celebrated a milestone event of 2 half years into the construction of the New Glass Recycling Plant for Visy BRR, hosting a BBQ for the team, with approx. 6 months till operational completion, first glass out of the kilns is expected in August.

 

 

For Me: - watching the team value safety as a priority on this project on a daily basis.

 

For We: - the Team has a great attitude and strong work ethic that has received constant praise from our client.

 

 

For Us: - Over the course of this project they have been more of a Family than just a group of fellow workers.

 

For All of Us: - This project aligns with Programmed's SustainableFuture believes, used glass containers will come in and are processed into new glass containers, a win for the community and the planet."

 

 

 

Huge thanks to Chris Brame - HSEQ Manager E&R QLD for this submission (and our first submission from E&R!). Love the breakdown of the reasons 'Why', too.

If you have a story to share that demonstrates the reasons we Work and Smile, you can submit your story by clicking below. And don't be shy! Every accomplishment, big or small, matters.

 

 

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