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Lake Macquarie Electorate Homelessness - 13th May 2026
Homelessness is a real and growing issue in Lake Macquarie. It is increasingly being felt across our community, with people sleeping in cars, couch surfing, living in overcrowded housing or moving between temporary arrangements. This is not a static issue. Every available indicator shows it is getting worse, and we are not seeing meaningful intervention in my electorate.
Legislative Assembly celebrates 170 years - 12th May 2026
This year the House celebrates its 170th anniversary on 22 May. Thanks to individuals such as William Charles Wentworth, who tirelessly called for greater self-government and our own Constitution, we can sit in this House and serve the people of New South Wales. Since 1856, this House has preserved many proceedings from the day it first met, including the arrival of the Usher of the Black Rod to request the attendance of members and the swearing-in of members and signing of the roll.
Don't mind me, just preparing my audition tape for the snake handler position at Australian Reptile Park! Thank you to the concerned passerby who called my office to give us the heads up about our new slithery co-worker. Sadly, he wasn't the right fit for my team, and he was promptly relocated where he could be much more comfortable. Crikey! Snakes Alive! - 08th May 2026
Don't mind me, just preparing my audition tape for the snake handler position at Australian Reptile Park! Thank you to the concerned passerby who called my office to give us the heads up about our new slithery co-worker. Sadly, he wasn't the right fit for my team, and he was promptly relocated where he could be much more comfortable.
It was a pleasure to welcome Guide Dogs NSW/ACT to the Speaker's Garden for International Guide Dogs Day. We shared important conversations, watched training in action and had a few very well-behaved visitors stealing the show. Guide Dogs NSW/ACT pad into Parliament House - 07th May 2026
It was a pleasure to welcome Guide Dogs NSW/ACT to the Speaker's Garden for International Guide Dogs Day. We shared important conversations, watched training in action and had a few very well-behaved visitors stealing the show.
Members of the Parliament of NSW have stepped up for Parkinson's disease and Parkinson's NSW ... quite literally! Parkinson's disease is relentless and cruel. It is degenerative, incurable and currently effects around 70,000 people in NSW. One in five people diagnosed with this disease are under 40 years of age. Stepping Up for Parkinson's disease - 06th May 2026
Members of the Parliament of NSW have stepped up for Parkinson's disease and Parkinson's NSW ... quite literally! Parkinson's disease is relentless and cruel. It is degenerative, incurable and currently effects around 70,000 people in NSW. One in five people diagnosed with this disease are under 40 years of age.
Last year there were 1008 recorded domestic violence related assaults in the Lake Macquarie Local Government Area, while knowing many incidents go unreported. Today, I joined Minister for the Prevention of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Jodie Harrison MP, Dawn Walker CEO Jenny's Place Domestic Violence & Homelessness Support and James Adrichrem from Housing Plus to turn the sod on a new $5.9 million refuge in Lake Macquarie. Groundbreaking ceremony for new $5.9 million refuge in Lake Macquarie - 01st May 2026
Last year there were 1008 recorded domestic violence related assaults in the Lake Macquarie Local Government Area, while knowing many incidents go unreported. Today, I joined Minister for the Prevention of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Jodie Harrison MP, Dawn Walker CEO Jenny's Place Domestic Violence & Homelessness Support and James Adrichrem from Housing Plus to turn the sod on a new $5.9 million refuge in Lake Macquarie.
I had a great morning getting gently grilled by members of Lake Macquarie U3A In Your Opinion Group, headed by my friend Brian Bell. We covered a range of issues during a question and answer session, and I hope that the team enjoyed the day as much as I did. Lake Macquarie U3A - In Your Opinion - 29th April 2026
I had a great morning getting gently grilled by members of Lake Macquarie U3A In Your Opinion Group, headed by my friend Brian Bell. We covered a range of issues during a question and answer session, and I hope that the team enjoyed the day as much as I did.
What a beautiful day for our community to gather together in remembrance of our ANZAC heroes. My staff and I attended ANZAC Services across the Lake Macquarie electorate and saw an amazing turnout, with round 5,000 people attending the Dawn Service at Speers Point alone. ANZAC Day 2026 - 28th April 2026
What a beautiful day for our community to gather together in remembrance of our ANZAC heroes. My staff and I attended ANZAC Services across the Lake Macquarie electorate and saw an amazing turnout, with round 5,000 people attending the Dawn Service at Speers Point alone.
A really special day in Sydney attending the graduation of two new firefighters, Rego Mahmoud and Matthew Louden, with Fire and Rescue NSW. Rego’s journey is something worth recognising. Originally from Egypt, he has recently become an Australian citizen and chosen to call Lake Macquarie home. Today, he steps into a role where he gives back to that same community by protecting lives and helping others in their most difficult moments. A special day for our two newest firefighters - Rego Mahmoud and Matthew Louden - 17th April 2026
A really special day in Sydney attending the graduation of two new firefighters, Rego Mahmoud and Matthew Louden, with Fire and Rescue NSW. Rego’s journey is something worth recognising. Originally from Egypt, he has recently become an Australian citizen and chosen to call Lake Macquarie home. Today, he steps into a role where he gives back to that same community by protecting lives and helping others in their most difficult moments.
It was great to catch up with members of Windsurfing Marmong Point Marmong Point Sailing Club and hand over a new defibrillator, on behalf of Minister for Sport Steve Kamper and funded through the Local Sport Defibrillator Program 2025/26. With around 40 members—and several living with heart conditions—this life-saving equipment provides added reassurance for members, visitors, and the wider community in the event of a medical emergency. Marmong Point Sailing Club secures new defibrillator - 15th April 2026
It was great to catch up with members of Windsurfing Marmong Point Marmong Point Sailing Club and hand over a new defibrillator, on behalf of Minister for Sport Steve Kamper and funded through the Local Sport Defibrillator Program 2025/26. With around 40 members—and several living with heart conditions—this life-saving equipment provides added reassurance for members, visitors, and the wider community in the event of a medical emergency.


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