Meryl Swanson (Paterson, Australian Labor Party) Share this | Link to this | Hansard source

I extend my congratulations to the incredible students at All Saints College Maitland and St Joseph's Lochinvar, who recently amazed us with DioSounds. The music festival hosted by the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle Catholic Schools Office saw more than 400 students perform to thousands of people over two performances. Amongst those on stage were talented students from my own electorate. From the captivating tunes of Fleetwood Mac to the dazzling performance of Kinky Boots, our local students showcased their exceptional abilities and left us all in awe. Their dedication and hard work have brought them to the remarkable stage of the Civic. The arts play such a vital role in our community, enriching our lives and fostering creativity. Events like DioSounds remind us of the immense talent in all our schools.

I want to thank and acknowledge the All Saints College music teacher and creative arts leader, Eva Frize, for her incredible work. I believe she said it best when she said, 'The school's performers did their community proud.' Kids, I want you to sing like you're in the shower and dance like no-one can see you or no-one's watching, and just keep creating. You are great, you are what makes our region great and we love what you do.