Local Legends

June 03, 2026

I rise to congratulate the Collaroy Surf Life Saving Club boat section on an outstanding season and a fantastic campaign at Aussies 2026. Collaroy's crews represented the club and our local community with enormous strength and spirit on the national stage. A special congratulations...

June 03, 2026

In recognition of Wear Orange Wednesday on 20 May, I acknowledge and thank the volunteers at the NSW State Emergency Service Northern Beaches Unit. Wear Orange Wednesday is a chance for communities across Australia to recognise the dedication, sacrifice and service of SES volunteers who...

June 02, 2026

I recognise the dedicated committee of the Pittwater‑Narrabeen Parkinson's Support Group. The support group is run by some of my incredible constituents to support patients and families living with Parkinson's disease. Chairperson and treasurer Margaret Smith, speaker seeker Karen Graves, secretary Dot Waterhouse and...

June 02, 2026

I congratulate the Collaroy Giants from Collaroy Surf Life Saving Club on their outstanding achievement at Aussies 2026. The Giants claimed gold in the Open Women's Surf Boat division, an extraordinary national result against the very best crews in the country. This was the first...

June 02, 2026

I rise to recognise the Collaroy Surf Life Saving Club Under 23 Men's Surf Boat Team for their outstanding result placing 5th at the 2026 Australian Surf Rowers League Championships. The crew, William Keep, Cass Hammond, Luca George, Jamie Tam O'Connor and Robert Maloney,...

June 02, 2026

I rise to congratulate the Collaroy Crusaders from Collaroy Surf Life Saving Club on their outstanding result at Aussies 2026. In their first season together, the Open Women Crusaders made an Aussies final and finished fifth in Australia. That is a remarkable achievement at...

May 27, 2026

I recognise Dawid Otrzasek from 1st Allambie Heights Scout Group, who has received the King's Scout Award. That is the highest and most recognised youth award in scouting, and it is a truly significant achievement. To earn it, Dawid spent around three years building his...

May 26, 2026

I congratulate students from Cromer Campus, Northern Beaches Secondary College, who have submitted songs for the annual Triple J Unearthed High competition: Lachie, Raph and Spencer, the members of Lorelai, with their song I wish I could fly; Summer, with the song Juliet's Soliloquy; Taya, with...

May 14, 2026

I join St Augustine's College in congratulating and farewelling Ilona Welch after an outstanding 25 years of service. Throughout her time at St Augustine's, Ilona has made a profound and long-lasting impact, serving as Head of Year, Head of English, Head of House and...

May 12, 2026

I celebrate the fantastic achievements of the Warringah Archers, who had great success with six athletes selected for the national youth championship in Tasmania last month. I congratulate Maja Kecskes, Eve Whitear, Lily Young, Anna Young, Audrey Verzosa and Julia Verzosa. They have made...

May 12, 2026

Today I would like to recognise the Northern Beaches Water Polo U14s B team on their awesome effort and making our local community extremely proud. In the recent Australian Youth Water Polo Championships, the club's Under 14 team achieved an outstanding second-place finish, competing...

May 12, 2026

Today I congratulate Arta Dehghan on his awesome effort in being awarded with a Theo Batten Award. Arta attended Killarney Heights High School which is where he developed his piece, Facades and excelled in the HSC. The Theo Batten Award recognises 2 young artists...

May 12, 2026

Today I'm absolutely delighted to celebrate a very sweet success story of Vivian Wang, owner of V's Dessert Gluten Free cafe in Dee Why, located just a short stroll from my electorate office. Vivian has scooped up not one, not two, but four gold...

May 07, 2026

I recognise Lila Louis for her outstanding achievements in athletics and cross country. Lila has been a committed member of the Manly Warringah Little Athletics Club since the age of eight, consistently demonstrating perseverance, discipline and a genuine passion for her sport. Over the...

May 06, 2026

Today I warmly congratulate Jan Gray, who this month is celebrating 21 years of dedicated service to the northern beaches community through her organisation, Cheers. Cheers stands for Cheerful Healthy Eating for Elderly Residents and Seniors, and Jan delivers just that. She brings seniors...

May 05, 2026

I recognise some outstanding local cricketers from Manly Warringah District Cricket Club who have taken out top honours at the recent NSW Premier Cricket awards. Zach Trewartha was named Men's Second Grade Captain of the Year, an awesome achievement that reflects his strong leadership...

March 26, 2026

I congratulate the "Mighty Migs"—the Men in Green—also known as the Warringah Cricket Club, on an outstanding season, winning four from four grand finals on the weekend, as well as club championships. It is an awesome effort—history making, actually. Cricket has always been a...

March 25, 2026

I recognise the outstanding work of Taldumande Youth Services as they celebrate 50 years of supporting young people across the northern beaches and North Shore. Taldumande provides vital support to young people aged 12 to 24, offering safe accommodation and tailored programs including crisis, semi-independent and...

March 24, 2026

I recognise Dee Johnson for her extraordinary dedication to volunteering over many decades. Over her lifetime Dee has contributed to countless organisations, including as a Girl Guides leader, a Lifeline telephone counsellor, an emergency services volunteer and even a Clean Up Australia volunteer. For...

March 19, 2026

I congratulate Michelle Povah on being named Wakehurst Woman of the Year. Michelle is a tireless advocate for women and children experiencing domestic and family violence, and currently serves as the CEO of Women and Children First. Michelle also serves well beyond her day...