Jessie Harman AM
Joe McCRACKEN (Western Victoria) (09:52): I rise to speak today about an amazing individual who has been recently honoured in the Australia Day awards. Dr Jessie Harman AM has been recognised for her significant contribution to social change leadership and to the community of regional Victoria, particularly Ballarat. Jessie has been a Rotarian for 26 years and has served in a variety of roles, including on the international board of Rotary. Jessie is also a chair, facilitator and non-executive director, having served on the boards of international, national and regional not-for-profit organisations across education, health and the community sectors. I came to know Jessie when she worked at Federation University when I was a student there and she lectured in business and marketing. She has also served at the university in other senior leadership roles. Currently Jessie is chair of the Rotary Foundation Australia, Ballarat Community Health and the Central Highlands integrated water management forum. I congratulate Jessie on her well-deserved recognition. Her significant contribution to the Ballarat community, her leadership, her tireless hard work and her volunteerism are always characterised by her calm, friendly demeanour and her fabulous wit. Well done, Jessie.