Dan Repacholi (Hunter, Australian Labor Party) Share this | Link to this | Hansard source

I want to acknowledge the retirement of a man who has made an enormous contribution to Australia's resources sector and communities right across the Hunter, Mr Ian Cribb. Last week, Ian officially hung up his hard hat after an incredible 13 years as CEO of Glencore Coal Australia and more than 30 years with Glencore operations. That's three decades of turning up each and every day to help build not just an industry but regional communities like ours across the Hunter.

Ian has held senior leadership roles right across New South Wales and Queensland, before stepping into the role of CEO of Glencore Coal Assets Australia in 2013. Throughout his time, Ian has been known for his steady leadership, his deep operational knowledge and most importantly his unwavering commitment to safety, making sure workers got home safely to their families at the end of each and every shift. In places like Cessnock, Singleton, Muswellbrook and right across our mining communities that leadership really matters, because behind every mine site are local jobs, apprentices, local sporting clubs, small businesses and families who rely on the strength of this industry.

Ian's contribution has left a lasting impact not only on Glencore's operations but the communities they support. Cribby, on behalf of the Hunter community thank you for all you've done, your dedication, your integrity and your leadership. We wish you and your family a very happy next chapter of your life, and I look forward to catching up for a beer soon, buddy.