Tuesday, 13 August 2024

Glen Waverley electorate events

John MULLAHY (Glen Waverley) (13:39): The Glen Waverley district is proudly one of the most multicultural electorates in Victoria, and this means I get the privilege of engaging with culturally diverse communities. Recently I held a Chinese community forum, which gave an opportunity for residents to engage in a Q and A. I want to thank the member for Bentleigh, the Parliamentary Secretary for Multicultural Affairs, for joining me. I would also like to give a special shout-out to three amazing volunteers, Duan Jiayu, Kimberley Huang and Shen Lan. Thank you for your incredible work in making the forum a success. Thank you also to the Cloud Concert Youth Orchestra organised by David Sun. The musical talent was something to behold.

I also had the pleasure of popping into Glenallen School’s tree day, where students enthusiastically participated in activities including photography, painting and preparing seeds for birds. I would like to give a special shout-out to principal Michael Cole, vice-principal Jennifer Healey and all the amazing staff at Glenallen, as well as the amazing students who approached the day with such positivity. Thank you to Mary Pozzobon from the Football Integration Development Association, as well as Mardi Scott and the team from Waverley Toyota.

On another matter, I want to congratulate the Waverley VIEW Club on its upcoming 40th birthday, and I wish the club all the best for another 40 years of serving its members and our community.

Finally, I was delighted to join the Waverley Woodworkers at their toy donation event recently. They generously donated 250 toys to 11 kinders and community groups, including the Vermont South Special School and Parkmore Primary School. I was proud to present certificates of appreciation to these amazing people, who represent the best of the Glen Waverley district.