After committing to a $750,000 donation to North Queensland flood relief, Rio Tinto says it will also match dollar-for-dollar any contributions made by employees in places like Weipa. Photo: the township. Photo: Cape York Weekly.
As North Queensland continues to mop up after widespread flooding over the past fortnight, Rio Tinto has announced it is writing a $750,000 cheque to help with relief efforts.
The donation will support the work of key organisations, including the Queensland Royal Flying Doctors Service and the Queensland Red Cross, which are providing medical care, running evacuation centres and helping people recover from the natural disaster.
Rio Tinto’s Australian chief executive, Kellie Parker, said the mining giant was doing what it could to support those impacted by the flooding.
“Our hearts go out to everyone in the communities affected by the devastating floods, who include our team members and local suppliers and partners,” she said.
“We’re grateful for the extraordinary efforts of the Queensland Red Cross and the Queensland Royal Flying Doctors, and hope this contribution helps them continue to provide much-needed support to those in crisis.
“North Queenslanders have shown incredible resilience, and these organisations are making a real difference for those in need.”
Employees on western Cape York are also being asked to dig deep to help their fellow Queenslanders, with Rio Tinto also committing to match any staff donations to flood relief efforts.
The $750,000 donation is part of Rio Tinto’s disaster relief program, which provides support in times of need to communities where the company operates.
