Local Legends

August 06, 2026

I acknowledge the passing of Mary Ryland, a much-loved former Deputy Principal and Acting Principal of Stella Maris College, who passed away on 14 July aged 75. For generations of Stella students, Mary was far more than a school leader. She was a steady,...

August 06, 2026

Today, I rise to recognise the extraordinary contribution of Allambie Heights Village and its ongoing commitment to the people of my community. This year marks an incredible milestone, with the organisation celebrating 101 combined years of service to people all across the Northern Beaches....

August 06, 2026

I rise to recognise the remarkable achievement of Elizabeth McMillen, a Northern Beaches local, and her outstanding performance repping the Green and Gold at the Commonwealth Games. After achieving an outstanding result of 2nd in the Women's 10000m Race Walk final, her recent and...

August 05, 2026

I congratulate one of my constituents, Peter Casey, on receiving the prestigious Distinguished Long Service Award at the NSW Community Sports Awards in June. This well-deserved honour recognises Peter's extraordinary contribution to the Manly Warringah Touch Association across five decades. As a founding member...

August 04, 2026

I congratulate Gemma Sellick and celebrate her outstanding debut with the Australian Dolphins in the 2026 Commonwealth Games. Gemma brought home a silver medal for the S9 100-metre backstroke and stood proudly alongside her close friend Victoria Nicholson, who brought home a bronze. At...

August 04, 2026

I recognise outstanding young cricketer Keira Terrey of Allambie Heights, a recent recipient of the NSW Government State Representative Award. Keira was selected to represent New South Wales in the New South Wales metro under-16 cricket team at the national championships in January this...

August 04, 2026

I wish to congratulate the St Augustine's Football Club Under‑18 Men's team on their success in winning the 2026 Football NSW State Cup. After a stellar performance throughout the competition, the team capped off its campaign with an emphatic 4-1 victory over White City...

August 04, 2026

I'm proud to recognise the outstanding achievements of the Northern Sydney and Beaches Under 16/1 Hockey Team following their exceptional performance at the Hockey NSW Under 16 Field State Championships. The team delivered an outstanding campaign, demonstrating skill, determination and teamwork. Competing against the...

June 25, 2026

I congratulate Dr Timothy Martin Harpur OAM on being awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia in the King's Birthday Honours for service to the Northern Beaches community. Dr Harpur has served our community as a General Practitioner and Obstetrician/Gynaecologist in Dee Why...

June 25, 2026

I congratulate Mrs Peta Alexis Miller AFSM on being awarded the Australian Fire Service Medal in the King's Birthday Honours. Mrs Miller commenced service with Fire and Rescue NSW in 2005 and has served in demanding frontline roles across City of Sydney, Forestville and...

June 25, 2026

I congratulate Mr Franciscus Joseph Pikardt OAM on being awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia in the King's Birthday Honours for service to secondary education. Mr Pikardt has made an extraordinary contribution to public education on the Northern Beaches over many decades....

June 24, 2026

Today I recognise Simon Bedard for his advocacy on behalf of small and family business owners across Australia. Simon is the national chair of the Australian Institute of Business Brokers [AIBB] and has been a strong voice on an issue that deserves far more...

June 23, 2026

I congratulate the hardworking teams at the French‑speaking Association of the North Shore and the Killarney Heights Public School P&C on putting together their fifth annual World Music Day celebration on Sunday 21 June. World Music Day began in France in 1982 with a...

June 23, 2026

I acknowledge and congratulate the family of the late Mr Richard Lindsay Gordon OAM, who has been awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia in the King's Birthday Honours for service to the communities of Killarney Heights and Forestville. Mr Gordon gave decades of...

June 23, 2026

I congratulate Mrs Valerie May Gordon OAM on being awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia in the King's Birthday Honours for service to the communities of Forestville and Killarney Heights. Mrs Gordon has given decades of service to local community life, including...

June 23, 2026

I congratulate Mrs Josephine Daisy Harpur OAM on being awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia in the King's Birthday Honours for service to the Northern Beaches community. Mrs Harpur has given extraordinary service through St Faith's Anglican Church, where she coordinated Special...

June 04, 2026

I congratulate the wonderful members of the Wakehurst Trefoil Guild as they celebrate their thirty-fifth anniversary this year. Based at Frenchs Forest Girl Guide Hall, the guild brings together women who are dedicated to keeping the spirit of Girl Guides alive. These awesome women...

June 04, 2026

I recognise members of the Neurodivergent Supports in Schools Working Group, who give their time, energy and lived experience to improve outcomes for neurodivergent students and their families. The group was formed following a community forum in Wakehurst, where parents, carers, educators and advocates...

June 03, 2026

I recognise FILCOS North Shore, the Filipino Catholic Organisation of Sydney, as it celebrates its forty-fifth anniversary this month. Since 1981, FILCOS North Shore has played an important role in bringing people together through faith, friendship, culture and service to community. Community organisations like...

June 03, 2026

I recognise the inaugural STRYDE4 Day on the Northern Beaches, held on Tuesday 19 May 2026 during National Volunteer Week. STRYDE4 Day brought together schools, businesses, charities, volunteers and local community members for an 8 kilometre coastal walk from Keirle Park, Manly to Curl...