Tonight I acknowledge the outstanding work of Lifeline Northern Beaches, an organisation that has been supporting our local community with compassion and dedication for more than 50 years. I highlight a fantastic recent initiative: Lifeline's collaboration with Forest High School to launch the very first Fashion by Lifeline store. I had the pleasure of attending the store's official opening, and I can confidently say it is an inspiring example of what community partnerships can achieve.
Forest High School is now the first school in the entire country to provide students with hands-on retail experience while also raising funds for Lifeline's life-saving services. The store is open every lunchtime, giving students the chance to develop practical skills, teamwork and confidence in a supportive, real-world environment. It is amazing to see such meaningful learning in action, where education, wellbeing and community impact come together. I offer huge congratulations to Lifeline Northern Beaches, the Forest High School team and all the students involved. They have set an amazing example, as usual.
07 May 2025, 19:55