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Official launch of 40-year service celebration wall
On Wednesday the 16th of December 2021 the Melbourne Market Authority officially launched the 40-Year Celebration Wall.
The wall showcases the names of those who have reached their 40-year anniversary working within the Melbourne market and recognises this significant milestone in their careers as well as their contribution to the market.
Inductees were presented with a gold access card and a framed 40-year service certificate for their achievement.
The audience was fortunate to hear from Luis Gazzola, of Gazzola farms, who has worked at the market for 64 years. Luis delivered a speech reflecting on the significance of the market community during his career. He offered the following advice “We are all in the perishable food business which always throws up many challenges, but I have always found that perseverance makes perfect. The market hours and lifestyles can also be a challenge and it is a lifestyle that does not suit everybody. If you enjoy it, you stick to it. So, my advice to all market users is, make the best of it and the most of it and enjoy it... We are a very important clog in the food industry wheel.”
Luis Gazzola Gazzola Farms
Tony Siciliano (on the right) from VFS Produce holding his 40-year service certificate
Another recipient of the award, Tony Nigro, who has been working in the industry for 50 years and for Fresh State for 38 years, was unable to attend the ceremony so Jason Cooper, Fresh State CEO, visited him to hand deliver the certificate.
Fresh State CEO, Jason Cooper (left) and Tony Nigro (right)
Congratulations to all who have accomplished this milestone and thank you for your contribution to the Melbourne Market community. The next time you see a market user with a gold access card be aware of their ongoing contribution to the Melbourne Market.
