Thursday, 17 October 2024

 Lily D’AMBROSIO (Mill Park – Minister for Climate Action, Minister for Energy and Resources, Minister for the State Electricity Commission) (10:09): I am pleased to share the inspiring story of two remarkable constituents in my electorate: Sajjad Ali and his nephew Saif Ullah were returning home to Mill Park in the early hours after a night shift when they encountered a roaring blaze on a September morning. As soon as they realised that their 56-year-old neighbour, who uses a wheelchair for mobility, was trapped inside her home, they sprang into action. True protectors at heart, they showed exceptional courage and selflessness by breaking the windows with their bare hands to gain entry. By that time their neighbour was in a critical condition from inhaling the thick smoke. Their bravery that fateful day saved a life, and I want to express my deepest gratitude to them for their incredible heroism.

It is worth noting that their desire to help others is a consistent part of their lives, as they are actively involved in the community organisation Joint Australian Rorwali Grand Association. JARGA is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to assisting people from the Pakistani Pashtun communities in Melbourne.