Matt Burnell (Spence, Australian Labor Party) Share this | Hansard source

Australia is a nation built on unity. Our story as a people is written by individuals from all walks of life, united by the special bond we know as the Australian way, coming together for the common good. I want to take my time in this place now to congratulate those everyday Aussies in my community who received Australia Day honours and whose efforts make our country the great nation it is.

Mr John Hough is one of those everyday Aussies. He was awarded an Order of Australia Medal in the General Division for his service to veterans. Mr Hough, thank you for your service and for the work that you do in bringing together and supporting our veterans to make their lives better.

There were also several local Australian of the Year award winners across the northern suburbs. From the town of Gawler, to Darren Dwyer, James Krieg, the First Steps Playgroup and Relay for Life: congratulations on your significant achievements and thank you for the work that you do.

The City of Salisbury's Madeeha Usman, Dal Za Tuang Naulak, Dennis Greenhill, Mary Purbrick, the Northern Districts Athletics Club, the Salisbury Business Association and the Asbestos Victims Association: thank you for your service to our community and congratulations.

Finally, the City of Playford. To John Eoncheff, Kaitlin Ownsworth, the Lions Club of Elizabeth Playford, the Salvation Army Playford Corps and the Playford Bowling Club: congratulations and thank you for your hard work— (Time expired)

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