Speeches

I wish to acknowledge the significant achievements of former Dulwich Hill Bicycle Club member Ms Margaret McLachlan, who in 1966 as a 21‑year‑old, had the cycling world at her feet, however the fact she regularly beat male riders deemed her too 'dangerous' a competitor.

It is my great pleasure to congratulate Marrickville local Brendan Ryland on being selected to represent Australia at this year's Transplant Football World Cup in Italy in September.

I wish to recognise and congratulate Ms Barbara Ramjan OAM of Summer Hill on her Award in the King's Birthday 2024 Honours List.

Trusted by the community for over 30 years, Plumtree Preschool in Marrickville is a much loved, not-for-profit, community-based organisation that helps families thrive.

I wish to recognise and congratulate Brigadier Brendan Casey AM on his Military Award in the King's Birthday 2024 Honours List.

I would like to acknowledge the invaluable work of Maggie's Rescue Cooperative.

I wish to acknowledge the amazing Sydney Women's Baseball League (SWBL) who go from strength to strength as they grow their welcoming and inclusive league.

I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to Mr Mat Murphy, a player with Ashfield Pirates FC, for his heroic act at a recent game. 

Congratulations to the Infants' Home on achieving 150 years of operation this year.

Congratulations to Maggie Zhang, Jenna Aylett, and Calleigh Chow, the Inner West division executives for Youth 4 Difference.