Bernie Ripoll (Oxley, Australian Labor Party) Share this | Hansard source

No-one has to bow to me, please—and I have my ceremonial dress and other things. I also want to mention the event that was hosted by President Reverend Setu Faaninira. It was a great day; it was an amazing celebration, in the western corridor, of all things Pacific island and Samoan. They are very proud of their country, but they are very proud of Australia as their new country as well and they are working very hard.

I also want to mention the Samoan community advisory council based in Ipswich and the good work that they do. They have recently received a $20,000 mental health grant from the federal government. I am proud of that and of the work they have done to establish that and assist people within their own community.

In wrapping up, I am very proud not only of the spirituality but also of the multiculturalism of my electorate and I will continue to represent them well. (Time expired)

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