Speeches

The Cottage in the old Ashfield police station is a new partnership between NSW Police and the Women's and Girls' Emergency Centre (WAGEC), offering victim-survivors and their children a welcoming, non-threatening space to share their stories and access advice and support.

Congratulations to founders Stephanie Beck and Mischa Parkee on creating the biggest buzz in Summer Hill for 2026 by opening The Rose Read Bookshop in Summer Hill.

I recognise the fiftieth anniversary of one of the most loved and valued places in my community, the Addison Road Community Centre. 

I congratulate Dr Ursula Dubosarsky on being made a Member of the Order of Australia, which is a richly deserved recognition of one of the most talented and original voices in Australian literature and a cherished member of our Marrickville community.

I was honoured to recently open artist Genevieve McCrea's exhibit In Between the Now and Not Yet at the Chrissie Cotter Gallery.

Lamia Super Deli has been part of the fabric of Marrickville for more than half a century, serving generations of local families and helping shape the suburb's identity as the heart of Sydney's Greek community.

Congratulations and thankyou to the volunteers from who recently rolled up their sleeves to take part in National Tree Day at H.J. Mahoney Reserve.

Congratulations to local illustrator Sorrel Trevarthen, whose distinctive drawings have become a celebration of the homes, streets and communities that make our neighbourhoods so special. 

Congratulations to Mrs Elisabeth Pickering on being awarded a Member of the Order of Australia — a richly deserved recognition for outstanding service to secondary education and to the community.

The Beer Footy & Food Festival returned to its spiritual home at Henson Park this year, celebrating 10 years on the hill and everything that makes the Inner West such a special place.