Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day
Kim WELLS (Rowville) (10:00): This members statement is to acknowledge Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day, which this year commemorates the 110th anniversary of this horrific event inflicted on Armenians, Greeks and Assyrians, which began on 24 April 1915. The wonderful Armenian community is a vital part of our state, and the Armenian National Committee of Australia’s Victorian office is located in Scoresby, not far from my electorate office. As a result, many Armenian families reside in my Rowville electorate and the surrounding areas, enriching our community with their history, culture and resilience. I am lucky enough to attend to regular Armenian community functions as their culture continues to inspire me. Their traditions, strong sense of unity and unwavering dedication to remembering their past reflect the spirit of perseverance that defines the Armenian people.