I acknowledge an exceptional young woman in the Wahroonga electorate, Laura Strawbridge of Pymble. Laura is the captain of Ku‑ring‑gai High School and earlier this year was selected as a 2023 youth MP representing the electorate of Wahroonga.
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The NSW Liberal and National Coalition recognises and celebrates the invaluable contributions of more than 850,000 carers across the state as we mark National Carers Week 2023.
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Thousands of Australians of east and south‑east Asian descent celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival, or Moon Festival, which occurs when the moon is shining at its brightest, often between September and October.
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I had the pleasure of attending the launch of Dr Belinda Khong's new book titled "Water Rabbit's Mindful Adventures: The Great Race of Animal and Human Friends".
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I was deeply saddened to hear of the sudden passing of Cate Newman, the president of Hills District Netball Association. I had the pleasure of meeting Cate only a couple of weeks ago at the Hills District Netball grand final.
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The Australia Day 2023 Honours List is an important part of our national holiday. The late Roger Allan Foy OAM of South Turramurra received the Medal of the Order of Australia for his service to the automotive history.
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Those who are recognised in the Australia Day Honours List have demonstrated outstanding qualities and made exceptional contributions to their community and our nation. Emeritus Professor Peter Hayden Curson of Pymble OAM was awarded an Honorary Medal of the Order of Australia for his service to tertiary education.
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The late Mr Christopher Davis AM, formerly of Turramurra was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia for his significant service to water management at this year's Australia Day Honours List.
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Each year, over one million Australians reach out to Lifeline for support. Its crisis support line receives a call every 30 seconds. The local Lifeline branch, Harbour to Hawkesbury is invaluable to our community.
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Local football clubs promoted the FIFA Women's World Cup with events and training.
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Allied health professionals are critical to our healthcare workforce.
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In a blow to children, families, local sports clubs, scouting groups and arts organisations, NSW Labor have broken their election promise to rollover and continue the Active Kids, First Lap, and Creative Kids Programs established by the NSW Liberals.
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Quiet Hour is now available at Hornsby, Chatswood and Ryde Service NSW Centres.
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The Wahroonga Electorate is fortunate to be home to multiple Rural Fire Service brigades and State Emergency Service units. Recently marked the 10 year anniversary of the Ku-ring-gai Emergency Services Compound and was an opportunity to acknowledge and thank some of our incredible volunteers.
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The Marian Street Theatre for Young People is a community treasure and enriches the lives of young people in the area and beyond.
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Congratulations to local residents for their incredible service to our community and beyond, and being awarded King's Birthday Honours this year.
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Scouting groups have shaped countless community-minded and ambitious children and youth. Congratulations to 2nd/3rd Pennant Hills Scouts on 100 years in our community.
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DCaf Connections provides valuable care, support and information for those living with dementia or displaying signs of cognitive decline as well as their families and carers. Thank you to the volunteers for their outstanding contributions.
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The third and final zig zag railway in NSW is located in Thornleigh and, from 1883-1892, enabled materials to be transported to construct the Great Northern Railway track.
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Freedom is inherently fragile, with ANZAC commemorations appropriate for us to remember and show gratitude for those who have made sacrifices for our freedom. Lest we forget.
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Congratulations to North West Sydney Tennis on an incredible 100 years of operation and service to the local community.
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Local resident, Oleg Sutulov, has created the first Ukrainian restaurant in Australia, Mavka in Waitara.
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More local families will be supported to manage their finances, achieve their savings goals and reduce pressures on their household budgets through the Financial Counselling Services Program.
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Local students can fine tune their financial literacy skills through the NSW Treasurer's Financial Literacy Challenge.
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