Tim Wilson (Goldstein, Liberal Party) Share this | Hansard source

I'd like to acknowledge the entrepreneurship of an outstanding Australian, Dr Jane Oppenheim. Jane was awarded the Clunies-Ross Entrepreneur of the Year award by the Australian Academy of Technology and Engineering for her achievements as scientific and operations director of Ego Pharmaceuticals. Jane leads the research and development of evidence based skin products that change people's lives. In the process, she has created hundreds of export orientated jobs for talented students of science and engineering. I have been to the factories, and they are most impressive and a proud representation of the innovation and entrepreneurship that sits at the heart of the Goldstein community.

Jane's team produces skincare products that provide sun protection and treat head lice, eczema and skin tears. Jane is enthusiastic about productivity enhancing technology and is hoping to bring forward the next phase of manufacturing, where interconnected machinery can produce better products more efficiently and, critically, make more jobs here in Australia to export products to the world. Equally, Jane advocates for Ego's products to be sustainable by minimising water and energy usage as part of a sustainable environmental agenda. Many Australian advanced manufacturers are world leaders in delivering high-quality and innovative products to meet a diverse range of needs. Well done, Jane and husband, Alan, for your contribution. We admire your talent and your entrepreneurship. Keep going.

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