As part of National Recycling Week, our host Michael Harrison, Community Engagement and Fundraising manager, sits down with the Gold Coast's very own recycling sensation Tom Pirie and his amazing mother Carolyn, to speak about their experience in creating ‘10 Cent Tom’.

Tom is an upcoming entrepreneur with an Intellectual Impairment who’s created a name for himself as "10-Cent Tom" with his recycling business on the Gold Coast, where he helps the environment by turning recyclables into 10 cents at a time.

This episode highlights Tom’s journey as well as the unwavering support of his mother, Carolyn, as she shares her insights into supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities from a parent's perspective and provides guidance on the exciting journey beyond school. 

You can follow Tom on Facebook and Instagram, or visit his website to find out how you can get involved at https://www.10centtom.com.au/

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