Andrew Willcox (Dawson, Liberal National Party) Share this | Link to this | Hansard source

Dawson is home to some amazing people. Today I would like to honour five individuals from my electorate who have gone above and beyond for our community. The following people were recognised and celebrated on the King's Birthday 2023 Honours List: Mrs Helen Fitzroy OAM, Mr Ian Hamilton OAM, Mrs Doosh-Thaan-Ti Thung-Gee-A OAM, Mr Paul Kelly OAM former Queensland senator the Hon. Ian Macdonald AM.

Mrs Helen Fitzroy OAM, after tragedy, established Miner's Promise, an organisation providing invaluable support to families following a significant crisis event or a death on mine sites. Mr Ian Hamilton OAM spent years of his life dedicated to supporting the community of Mackay through his position as deputy mayor, as well as many volunteer positions. Mrs Doosh-Thaan-Ti Thung-Gee-A OAM has dedicated her life to community work to reduce the gap between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australia. Mr Paul Kelly OAM volunteered for the SES during emergencies and worked for the Royal Australian Navy cadets for more than 50 years. Lastly, but certainly not least, the Hon. Ian Macdonald AM dedicated his life to the people and parliament of Australia. These individuals are an inspiration to us all, and their efforts have been rightly recognised by receiving Australia's most prestigious award.