Recognition of the Contribution of Russell Ebert to sport and to the community in South Australia

I rise today to speak today to recognise the amazing contribution that Russell Ebert has made to sport in South Australia, in particular to Australian Rules Football, and to his tireless commitment to the people of South Australia through his voluntary work with various community programs and not-for-profit organisations. The Ebert name is synonymous with the Port Adelaide Football Club with Russell’s own senior playing career spanning 18 years of remarkable…

Reconciliation SA 2021

I rise today to speak on the recent annual Apology Breakfast, hosted by Reconciliation SA at the Adelaide Convention Centre on 12 February. This breakfast was held to commemorate the 13th anniversary of the National Apology by the Australian parliament on 13 February 2008 to Australia’s First Nations people and, in particular, the stolen generations.…

Purple Poppy Day Motion

I would like to thank the Hon. Frank Pangallo for moving the motion in the Legislative Council to recognise Purple Poppy Day. Purple Poppy Day is to commemorate all the animals that have served and continue to serve in war-torn conflicts. It is an occasion that serves as a reminder to acknowledge the bravery of…