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While we need to strengthen the systems of reporting of sexual abuse and domestic violence, it is also critical that we respect the wishes of survivors. This bill clearly acknowledges that currently survivors may choose not to report crimes if they believe the person they are disclosing to risks being prosecuted themselves or may act against their wishes and report the crime to police without their consent.

I acknowledge the sad passing of local environmentalist Sue Bishop, the founding member of Friends of Ewen Park.

Kids at the Infants' Home, Ashfield, are loving their newly resurfaced playground at Johnson House, proudly funded through a 2019 Summer Hill CBP grant.

On 4 August a devastating explosion rocked Beirut, Lebanon, killing at least 190 people and wounding more than 6,500 others. 

Congratulations to Ms Caroline Baum, who was recently appointed as the NSW Ambassador for the Older Women's Network. 

The Greek Orthodox Parish of Saint Nicholas in Marrickville has been at the centre of the Greek community life in the inner west for almost 60 years.

COVID-19 has had a devastating impact on industries across our economy; however, none more so than the arts. 

August 31 was International Overdose Awareness Day. The Day seeks to educate the community on how to identify and respond to an overdose and to reduce the stigma associated with overdoses.

Wear it Purple was initiated by Kat Hudson, a Marrickville local, who was spurred to action following a series of LGBTIQ+ suicides.

Every decision we make in this place about families is important and the interests of the child must always be the priority. Open adoption is in the best interests of children, so too is the introduction of integrated birth certificates.