A branch of McDonald's in Sydney, Australia, threw a party this week to mark the 30th anniversary of one staff member's first day on the job.
Russell O'Grady, 48, who has Down's syndrome, first came to the restaurant on a work experience placement organised by Jobsupport, a government initiative that helps people with intellectual disabilities find paid employment.
McDonald's managers quickly recognised Russell's commitment to the job - and three decades on he's still there, working three days a week clearing trays, sweeping the floor and greeting customers.
![Russell O'Grady celebrating his 30 year milestone. Photo / Job Support Inc](https://www.nzherald.co.nz/resizer/v2/SHPRZ5DLCJABBE66IHD2VWCUZI.jpg?auth=feeab50a127546c12344ed2f79d730d63be812fac649386dff8ef75aff91b0ab&width=16&height=12&quality=70&smart=true)
"It really helps him, he gets a lot of social interaction and makes him feel like part of the community," Jobsupport trainer Nikita Vandaru told dailytelegraph.com.au.