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

A strong nation doesn't leave vulnerable Australians behind. JDRF Australia is working tirelessly to improve the lives of people with type 1 diabetes and to discover a cure. It was inspiring to join JDRF to welcome home a group of JDRF Type 1 Challenge riders, including Goldstein's own Paul Tadich, Justin Hocevar and Trevor Wilson. The riders have been raising awareness and funds to support JDRF's important work. Their fundraising will help alleviate the financial and medical burdens experienced by thousands of Australians living with type 1 diabetes, including 750 Goldstein residents. It was great to see the compassionate hearts of our wonderful community on display, with people like Elisa Tranter, Stephen Smith, Daniel Smith, Sophia Smith, Ric Sharp, Nicky Sharp, Peter Wilson and Belinda Wilson on hand to support this important community event.

There is of course no limit to what we can achieve when we work together to pursue solutions. Thank you to all the volunteers at JDRF for offering your time to help improve the lives of those suffering from type 1 diabetes. Also, thank you to all the support staff who backed the ride and of course to the riders themselves, who tested their own endurance and their own capacity to support those in need and those who need medical support.