Russell Matheson (Macarthur, Liberal Party) Share this | Link to this | Hansard source

I rise today to congratulate the Camden and District Rotary Clubs on hosting a very successful Relay for Life event last weekend. More than 1,000 residents from all over Macarthur took part in the relay at Onslow Park to raise awareness and funds for the Cancer Council. More than $130,000 was raised before the event even began, and organisers are confident of reaching the $250,000 target in the coming weeks.

So far, the event has raised $782,000 over the past six years, with a goal of making it to $1 million this year. Organising committee chairman Rowan Moore was confident the club would reach its goal once all the funding came in. Camden Rotary Club did a fantastic job in organising this year's event. The huge turnout each year is a testament to their hard work and shows how kind and caring the people of Macarthur are; they come together for a great cause. The relay included a survivors' and carers' walk on Saturday morning and a walk of remembrance on Saturday evening in memory of those who have lost their battle with the disease. It was nice to see the Macarthur community supporting those who live with cancer, whilst also celebrating survivors and carers who take care of friends and family members battling the disease. I would like to commend the Camden district's Rotary Club and its volunteer committee for organising this fantastic event.

Mrs Bronwyn Bishop (Speaker) Share this | Link to this | Hansard source

It being 2 o'clock, the honourable member is interrupted. In accordance with standing order 43, the time for members' statements has concluded. Before we move to questions without notice, I give the call to the Acting Prime Minister.