I wish to acknowledge the passing of Jennifer Newman, a proud Wiradjuri woman and a well-loved and valued member of the Inner West community. Jennifer lived on Wangal land along the Cooks River, where she worked tirelessly as an author, activist, and educator. Jennifer spent her life story-telling, creating and strengthening connections between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people through her work such as her great contributions to local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander forums. Jennifer also had a great passion for nature and cared greatly for the local environment. She was an invaluable member and Vice President of the Cooks River Valley Association and Mudcrabs, and worked within the CRVA on critical, environmental objectives such as improving the rivers water quality, the state of the riverbed and the flora and fauna. Jennifer served as an active member of the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal and delivered Aboriginal study talks and courses for local and international universities, training centres and community groups. Vale Jennifer Newman.