Luke Gosling (Solomon, Australian Labor Party) Share this | Hansard source

I'm delighted to share a moment of inspiration during a visit to Nhulunbuy in Arnhem Land last week. I was visiting in my capacity as the special envoy for defence and northern Australia. I caught up with 15-year-old Darwin local Jennifer Hunt, who is about to start the final leg of her 21-day solo circumnavigation of Australia by air along with her loyal copilot, her puppy Bella, a little golden retriever—beautiful thing! At just 15, Jennifer has flown herself around the entire country, starting in Darwin and following the entire Australian coastline counterclockwise, including Tasmania.

Jennifer has become the youngest female to circumnavigate Australia solo, which speaks volumes about her courage, skill and determination, so I want to really acknowledge Jennifer Hunt's incredible achievement and acknowledge also her parents, Geoff and Kylie, whose support for their daughter has been unwavering. Thanks to Air Frontier, Darwin Flight Training and the many supporters around the country who made Jennifer's journey possible. She's made history. She's made us very proud in the Territory and around Australia, and she's shown what Territory grit and spirit can achieve. In Jennifer's own words, 'Follow your dreams.'

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