Since 2003, Boral have provided their staff around Australia with scholarship opportunities to participate in an Outward Bound course. Boral staff from diverse levels within many of their businesses are able to embark on a 9-day journey with a son or daughter. These programs are conducted in ACT, WA, Victoria and Northern New South Wales.

More than 100 Boral people have now participated in the nine-day Family Re-Discovery Program. The program is no walk in the park, but for employees who have faced the challenge with their son or daughter, they have grown through a common positive experience. Their overwhelmingly positive feedback tells me that lives have changed! This is a unique way to help employees re-balance work and family life; the rewards have been significant, not only for the individuals but for the company.

Rod Pearse
CEO and Managing Director, Boral Limited