Where do I even begin? From the very first day I arrived at the City, you took me under your wing and showed me the ropes with patience, wisdom, and a good dose of humour.

I’ve always looked up to you—not just as a mentor, but as my “Pops,” and it’s a nickname I’ll always hold close.

You’ve been a constant support and a genuinely good friend through it all.

Wishing you all the happiness and relaxation in this next chapter—you’ve more than earned it. Don’t be a stranger!

With gratitude and lots of love,
Rach xx

I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for all the outstanding work you’ve done for Council. It’s been a genuine pleasure collaborating with you, your expertise and dedication have been a lifesaver to so many of our business units.

I’m sure you will be dearly missed, and your contributions will leave a lasting impact. Wishing you every success and happiness in whatever comes next.

All the very best,
Tony Jones

Joel Exelby

It was a pleasure working with you at Ashmore when i joined CM, your patience and knowledge on work and life are one of a kind.

I wish you all the best in your retirement, enjoy the extra time in the garden.

With love

Kel Mac

xx

Wishing you all the best for your retirement, lucky you :)

I hope you enjoy every day,

Wendy Lamp

Just want to wish you a fantastic retirement mate I hope it’s everything you deserve and wish for.

All the best mate Lee Holmes

What an absolute pleasure it’s been working with you over the years. We’ve certainly been through some changes together—that’s for sure!

You’ve been such an integral part of the Maintenance team, always willing to jump in and help wherever needed. The depot staff have absolutely loved having you around—you’ve truly been the go-to man!

Now it’s your time to relax and enjoy retirement. I hope you get to spend lots of quality time with your beautiful family… and of course, in your garden!

We’ll all miss seeing you around, but I wish you nothing but the very best for this next chapter.

Love Meagan xx

We are going to miss such a fantastic team member where nothing was ever to much trouble. May this next chapter of your life bring you boundless opportunities to enjoy what you love doing the most.

Best wishes for a healthy and happy retirement, enjoy some well-deserved time for yourself.

Jo C xx

I first met you some 22 yrs ago when I started in Building Maintenance and you have always been so helpful when I needed assistance. Your patience, positive spirit and dedication has left a lasting impact. May the next chapter of your life be filled joy, relaxation and plenty of time to do what you love most.

Love Mei xx

Its been an absolute blast working with you. Always a great help to me and always with the right attitude. I just knew you'd get it done. And done right.

We need more of you not less so your retirement is a huge loss.

Enjoy what comes next. Stay safe and healthy and take it all on.

All the very best to you and yours

PA

I can’t believe it’s time to say goodbye! You’ve been such a great colleague and neighbour. From the moment I joined the amazing Workforce Management team all those years ago it felt like I had known you forever. Know that you have truly made a difference to the City and to everyone who has had the honour of working alongside you.

Wishing you all the best for retirement. I hope it’s filled with sleep-ins, top shelf scotch, plenty of time spent in your beautiful garden and absolutely no emails! You’ve earned every minute of it.

Don’t be a stranger, I hope to see you around the neighbourhood soon!

Take care, Wayne. You will be missed!

Love Kat.

Finally you can forget the inbuilt alarm, wake with the sun and plan your days to be spent how it suits you on the day.

Thank you for the opportunity you provided me by employing me to be Kellie's job share partner. My first day was 19th February 2001, a day I will always remember.

You have always been supportive, helpful, willing to share your knowledge to assist others to grow. You supported me in my development within the City, and that meant so very much to me, thank you.

Retirement gives you a whole new perspective on life. You get to create your own adventures, destinations and challenges without worrying about how many days left you have of leave before you return to work.

I wish you a very long, happy and healthy retirement.

Warmest regards

Leonie Bonner-Knowles

Loved your attitude, willingness to go wherever the work took you and just get in and get things done.

All the very best for your retirement, enjoy pottering in your garden, travelling and making plenty of memories.

All the best in your next chapter in life that doesn't involve working! Well done mate.

I just wanted to personally send you a message of luck and thanks for our time spent working alongside each other at various times when our paths have crossed. You were always easy to deal with, knowledgeable and friendly - nothing ever seemed too hard for you which made our dealings always stress free. Thanks again, and i wish you all the best for your retirement. Your presence will be missed i have no doubt.

Damo Jennings

You’ve set a great example for all the newcomers. Setting the standard for great customer service in a cool, calm and almost 007-ish way. I sometimes wonder if hidden in that briefcase is a Dry martini – shaken not stirred.

I hope you have the best time in retirement mate. You deserve it!

Cheers!

Mike O'Brien.

After so many years of serving the community it's now time for you to concentrate on yourself. Enjoy the sunshine, and take advantage of the many ways you can be active and healthy on the GC.

All the best,

Kellie Morris

We first met almost 20 years ago, but it feels like only yesterday, that you were giving me a tour of the depot. Wayne, I am going to miss your positive energy in the office, especially your words of wisdom as you past my desk daily. Thanks for all your help and support over the years. I hope your retirement is filled with everything you've been looking forward to. Enjoy this next chapter, especially the sleep-ins, road trips and doing all the things you love. Will be sure to stalk your fb updates.

All the best.

Trinh

Wishing you all the very best x

With love, Mons xx

Safe travels, Tess xx

Well good for you!

You’re gonna have a blast Wayne, you’re gonna love it 😊

Have lots of fun, relax, read all the books on your list, travel and do all the things you want to do with your lovely wife and family.

All the best my dear friend in your retirement, you’ve definitely earned it.

Take care, love and hugs

Karen xx

Wishing you the very best,

Naomi Stone

Deb and Graham. xx

All the best for your new beginning, It has been a pleasure working with you.

Andrew C

Wayne Jolliffe. 🍻

Wishing you all of the very best as you embark on your next adventure.

Doms

Peter Powell

You will be taking a lot of Knowlege with you.

take care mate.

Casey.

Vikki Hocking

Cheers Ian Dibley

Sending you my congratulations and best wishes for your well earned retirement. What an exciting time for you.

I am so grateful for all your mentoring and help in my short time with the city.

Reading these messages reinforces what I learned quite quickly.... You are such a valued and widely respected team mate, not just for the BAO's or maintenance, but the entire organisation.

You have very big shoes to fill, and we are all going notice your absence.

You are like a walking version of the legacy intranet, Objective and the city Directoy! There's not really much you don't know, and not many people you don't know here.

You are familiar face to most of us, and your knowledge is incredible.

You can hang up your briefcase & your uniform knowing you made a lasting impression on all of us.

We will really miss your witty humour & kindness and your incredible ability to find solutions to anything & everything.

I'll be eternally in debt of your support and mentorship (sorry it took a while for it to click🤣)

Now.... time to enjoy life, love and all the endless possibilities.

All the best Wayne.

Love Aims 🌳

Xo

cheers Tristan Kilpatrick, Tk

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cheers Tristan Kilpatrick, Tk

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Lot of Love and Hugs

Kat xoxox

Thanks

Michael Ham

Not sure why you're leaving so soon but dust off that fishing rod and keep in touch.

All the best buddy,

I have read most of these messages and it is fair to say there is not enough words to express how missed you will be. Your calm demeaner and stable approach to any situation is an inspiration to all. Your assistance has been greatly appreciated.

I wish you every bit of well-deserved happiness in this next stage of your life.

Darryl Pauling.

Take care mate.

Luke Bunker

You are going to be truly missed.

I hope you enjoy your retirement, do all the things you have set out to do and create the most amazing things. I can't wait to see them all.

Thank you for being you and for being a constant rock in our team. Work is not going to be the same without you.

Enjoy the next stage, i hope it is relaxing and fulfilling.

Lots of love.

Jess Helou 🧡

I'll always be grateful for your patience and for everything you have thought me along the way. You have made the biggest positive difference to our work environment and will be deeply missed.

Wishing you all the best for this new chapter. Hope it is full of good times, lots of relaxation, and everything you've been looking forward to.

Take care and enjoy every minute!

Ingerid

Thank you for your help! You are going to be very missed. Gem

Cheers mate and take care.

Bill Buckley.

Rachel Bracken

There is no doubt that you will be truly missed, although I couldn't be happier for you and this next journey you are about to embark on. I hope you get to spend quality time with your family and loved ones and enjoy all the things you love.

Thank you for everything you have done over the years and for your continued support through the many (many, many, many...) changes.

Wishing you all the very best.

Lis xx

Enjoy your well earned retirement.

Mark Drury

Thank you for always being there for me over the years. You’ve been an incredible friend and colleague, and I will miss you dearly.

With lots of love,
Suzy

Wishing you a relaxing retirement filled with many enjoyable days doing everything you love. Thank you for the wisdom you've passed along, your kindness and such amazing support you've always provided. Not sure how we will do without our guru/legend, you will certainly be missed.

Lots of love, Sally Kwok.

Enjoy

happy days 😊