The abattoir currently supplies about 20 tonnes of retail ready product every week. Once the new facility is ready, they will be able to supply 100 tonnes per week. It will also create at least 20 new jobs while supporting the ongoing employment of 800 meatworks staff and local contractors and suppliers. Richmond Valley councillors voted on the plans at this week s council meeting. The Casino meatworks new $5 million retail facility will help deliver more local products to Coles, Woolworths and Aldi. Mayor Robert Mustow said being able to value-add to the products coming out of the meatworks was a positive move. It will make the business more sustainable and profitable, he said.