In what could be considered one of the more unusual collectible items, one Pinjarra resident, has been diligently treasuring Subway napkins that have come with his meals for more than a decade.
Trevor Ross could be considered Subway Pinjarra's most dedicated takeaway customer, visiting the restaurant every second day to get his favourite fix - a footlong subway club cut in half and wrapped separately to keep him fueled for the next two days.
Over the past decade, Trevor has collected close to 2,000 napkins from his local restaurant, now housing a collection over one-metre tall.
Subway Pinjarra franchisee David Wills said at every visit Trevor asked for just one napkin to add to his stash.
"Trevor is our best and most loyal customer - he always makes our sandwich artists' day when he pops by for a chat and to grab his Subway favourites," he said.
"He truly is a very special member of our extended Subway family."
Trevor, who lives alone, continued to collect his napkins throughout a turbulent year in 2020, with a visit to the restaurant every second day helping keep him connected to his local community.
Trevor said the napkins have been well looked after in his house.
"It's got to be something special for me to part with one of them - the grandkids are always pestering to be allowed to have one from my stash," he said.
"Over the years, the napkins have got smaller and the design has changed - but they're all Subway - and they remind me about how I've been able to support one of the local businesses in my community."
Asked why he has been doing it he said "I like them and it's a talking point when family and friends come to visit".
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Subway public relations manager Amanda Templeton said many remarkable stories come to Subway's attention but Trevor's story was particularly unique.
"We know Subway plays a role in our customers' everyday lives, with some guests keeping quirky keepsakes in remembrance of some of their favourite lunch pastimes," Ms Templeton said.
"Trevor's story reminds us that for many of our loyal customers, the little details contribute to the special memories they have of Subway.
"We can't wait to see how many more napkins Trevor plans to add to his growing collection."
