I congratulate Dr Alyce Barnes, who has recently been awarded the highest civic honour, named the 2025 Lake Macquarie Ambassador. Dr Barnes is a University of Newcastle researcher who co-led the internationally acclaimed "Daughters and Dads Active and Empowered" program. This world first physical activity intervention program aims to strengthen bonds between fathers and daughters, by having them spend quality time together engaging in various physical activities and sports. The program also works to improve the social and emotional well-being of participants and has been rolled out across various venues in Lake Macquarie, including the Northern NSW Football grounds in Speers Point. Dr Barnes also spearheaded Hunter New England Health's "Physical Activity for Everyone" initiative. This program is tailored toward high school students and acknowledges the link between physical activity and improved mental health. This initiative works to integrate physical activity into the entire school environment, not just PE classes. Her passion and advocacy for the improving the health and well-being of girls and young families through physical activity, makes Dr Barnes a very worthy Ambassador for Lake Macquarie. Congratulations Alyce.