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CSI drivers go the extra mile

Corrective Services NSW (CSNSW) plays a vital role in the criminal justice system, delivering professional correctional services and programs that aim to reduce re-offending and enhance community safety. Through the management of both remand and sentenced inmates, as well as offenders in the community, CSNSW upholds a commitment to rehabilitation, security, and public service.

At the heart of this mission is CSI, a division that not only supports the daily operations of correctional facilities but also provides meaningful work and education opportunities for people in custody. CSI’s dual role is both practical and transformative, it ensures inmates are clothed, housed, and fed, while also equipping them with skills and experiences that can lead to employment post release. This approach fosters a sense of pride and purpose, laying the groundwork for successful reintegration into society.

The recent floods that swept across New South Wales have left a trail of devastation, impacting homes, businesses, farms, and the safety of countless families. In such times, the importance of logistics becomes evident. Food and shelter are not simply basic needs, they are lifelines. For CSI, ensuring the uninterrupted delivery of essential items to over 10,000 inmates daily is a non-negotiable responsibility.

Amid these challenging conditions, three exceptional CSI Logistics drivers demonstrated unwavering dedication and resilience. Over a weekend marked by severe weather and hazardous road conditions, these individuals went beyond the call of duty to ensure that people in custody received their meals and essential supplies.

Their efforts were not solitary. CSI staff across the state worked in tandem, monitoring road conditions and maintaining communication with the drivers to ensure their safety. This collective awareness and teamwork demonstrate the spirit of service that defines CSI.

The State Emergency Service (SES) played a key role in supporting the movement of trucks in traverse flood affected areas. Equipped with high clearance vehicles and guided by SES updates, CSI drivers were able to safely navigate through high levels of water reaching their destination. This collaboration between SES and CSI exemplifies the power of coordinated response in protecting both community welfare and operational continuity.

These drivers’ actions are a powerful reminder of the critical role logistics plays in correctional services. Their commitment ensured that, even in the face of natural disaster, the dignity and wellbeing of people in custody were upheld.

Their story is not just about deliveries made, it is about values demonstrated: responsibility, teamwork, and perseverance. It is a testament to the professionalism of CSI, and to those who work behind the scenes to keep essential services running.

CSI Logistics truck driving through water

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