I acknowledge all the local doctors, nurses, pharmacists and health workers who have helped ensure children aged between the ages of 5 and 11 have been able to get vaccinated in time for the return of school.

I recognise the nurses and midwives and the many community members who are taking strike action today.

Over three days in October, St Nicholas Parish Marrickville hosted a pop-up clinic to help connect members of the parish community to COVID-19 vaccines. 

In November 2018, to much fanfare, the New South Wales Government established the Special Commission of Inquiry into the Drug "Ice". Three years later, we still do not have a comprehensive response from the Government. 

My views on this issue are formed by my deeply held belief that policy must be based on evidence, and that all of us have a fundamental right to make decisions about our own life - and death. 

The Newtown Neighbourhood Centre has again opened its doors to the public following the COVID-19 lockdown.

Today, to celebrate NSW reaching the 90 per cent double vaccination milestone, close to 200 clubs across NSW will be pouring free beers for people who are fully vaxxed.

Since 1985, the AIDS Council of NSW has been a global leader in the health and community response to HIV and AIDS, and is recognised as an essential source of health support, information and advocacy for the LGBTQ community across the State.

The past few months have tested us all—tested our resilience and our connectedness like never before.

October is Mental Health Month and there has potentially never been a better time to reflect on how we can work together to support mental health in our community.