From Wednesday 28 to Friday 30 October, the 2rog team came together at Angourie Resort in Yamba for our annual company retreat, Glenny.
Glenny is an opportunity for our team to step away from the usual workday, connect with one another and spend some time reflecting on the values that shape 2rog.
We began with Understanding, breaking into smaller groups led by our leaders to think about our values in both a work and personal context. From there, we moved onto Science, with Dr Bronwyn Cameron and Shjarn Winkle taking the team through how program evaluations are completed. Working in pairs, staff explored the differences between quantitative and qualitative data by interpreting different information and using it to build a more complete picture for program evaluation.
The first day wrapped up with dinner together at a local pasta and pizza wine bar in Yamba.
Thursday morning took us outdoors, with the team splitting into two groups for a spot of birdwatching on Hickey Island. Each group recorded between 19 and 25 bird species before heading to Yamba Beach Headland for our annual Give Back activity. This year, the team collected rubbish from around the headland, filling several bags along the way.
After a hearty sandwich lunch, the afternoon slowed down a little, with time to relax around the resort and enjoy the pool. Our shareholders also came together for the annual AGM and celebration before everyone transformed for our 1970s-themed dinner.
Wigs, rose-coloured glasses and plenty of vibrant oranges and browns made an appearance for a night filled with laughter. Two of our staff hosted trivia, testing everyone on a mix of general knowledge and, perhaps more importantly, how well we know our teammates.
Friday saw a slower start and a relaxed wrap-up before everyone headed home, bringing another Glenny to a close.
