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NOTICE OF MOTION

Mr Secord says-

Mr PRESIDENT:

I give notice that on the next sitting day I will move:

1. That this House notes that:

(a) North Coast dairy cooperative Norco receives more than 222 million litres of milk a year from 215 farms and exports to new markets in Asiaincluding China, and

(b) Norco employs 830 staff and has been a co-operative for more than 110 years on the State's North Coast.

2. That this House:

(a) condemns the Liberal-National State Government for terminating its long­ running contract with Norco to supply milk to 16 northern hospitals,

(b) expresses regret that National State MPs have failed to stop the termination of the contract, and

(c) calls on the Health Minister the Honourable Brad Hazzard MP to immediately reverse the decision and support New South Wales dairy producers.

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NOTICE OF MOTION

. Revd Nile to say-

Mr President:

I give notice that next sitting day I will move:

That leave be given to bring in a bill for an Act to amend the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 to prohibit discrimination on the ground of a person's religious beliefs or religious activities and to prohibit public authorities and officials from subjecting faith-based institutions to detrimental treatment on the ground of faith; and for other purposes.

(Anti-Discrimination Amendment (Religious Freedoms) Bill)

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NOTICE OF MOTION

Mr Franklin says-

Mr PRESIDENT:

I give notice that onthe next sitting day I will move:

1. That this House notes:

(a) that on Sunday 29 April 2018 St Mary's Anglican Church Ballina held their Memories of ANZAC Concert, and

(b)) the concert included musical performances and skits which paid tribute to the ANZACs and those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

2. That this House congratulates:

(a) concert director- Joan Pickup,

(b) musical director - Peter Hewett,

(c) musicians- Marg Tait and James Guinea,

(d) cast members: (i) Felicity Gordon-Ross, (ii) Kerry Johnston, (iii) Gail Sloan, (iv) Peggy Selby, (v) Frances Buckley, (vi) Fran Legge, (vii) Edna Kane, (viii) John Grant, (ix) Beverley Grant, (x) Carney Goodger, (xi) Pip Carter, (xii) Felicity Schulz, (xiii) Jennifer Zobel, (xiv) Mike Ball, and (xv) Jan Fryer. 2. That this House recognises the importance of local ANZAC Day events in bringing communities together and honouring the ANZAC Day tradif on of remembrance.

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NOTICE OF MOTION

Mr Wong says-

Mr PRESIDENT:

I give notice that on the next sitting day I will move:

1. That this House acknowledge the findings of the "Rumbling Tummies" report -released by the F oodbank in April this year that investigates child hunger in , and which revealed:

(a) more than one in five children in Australia has experienced food insecurity in the last 12 months meaning that it is more likely for a child in Australia, at 22 per cent, to experience food insecurity than it is for an adult, at 15 per cent,

(b) one in three, or 32 per cent of, Australian .parents living in food insecure households report their children experience not having enough to eat as least once a month because they cannot afford to buy food,

(c) one in five parents living in food insecure households say that their children go a whole day each week without eating any fresh food,

(d) one in ten, or 9 per cent of, these parents say their children go a whole day each week without eating at all,

(e) at least once a week, 18 per cent of children from food insecure households go to school without eating breakfast, and

(f) 15 per cent go to school without a packed lunch or lunch money and II per cent go to bed without eating dinner.

2. That this House notes that this report confirms that the "cost of living" is the main reason for food insecurity in households with children, and that "bill shock" at 52 per cent, not having enough money in the first place at 44 per cent and housing affordability at3 8 per cent being the top three causes.

3. That this House recognise that Foodbank provides 15 million meals a year to more than 600 charities and schools in New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory.

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NOTICE OF MOTION

Mr Shoebridge says-

Mr PRESIDENT:

I give notice that on the next sitting day I will move:

1. That this House notes that:

(a) international media has reported that dozens of unarmed protesters have been killed at the Gaza border by Israeli forces,

(b) more than 2,700 protesters were injured, many by IDF officers shooting live bullets into crowds of protesters, and

(c) the protests followed the relocation of the United States Embassy to Jerusalem as a way of marking the 70th anniversary of the creation oflsrael and the Nakba.

2. That this House recognises that:

(a) 70 years ago the Palestinian people had their lands forcibly taken from them, and have since endured dispossession, oppression, bombings and killings, and

(b) Nakba Day also known as the Day of the Catastrophe is commemorated on 15 May.

3. That this House notes with concern that:

(a) the Australian Government has so far refused to condemn the Israeli state­ sanctioned~s,and t,-(~c.e (b) the silence of the Australian and other Western Governments empowers those in Israel seeking further violence and further damages the prospects of a just peace where Israel and Palestine can co-exist '1.!!i~~orders.

4. That this House recognises the fundamental importance of the right to protest, and in particular the right of~ Palestinian people to demand their internationally recognised human rights, including'ihe right ~f rewrn. (} ~ ~J)}m,i'rv::f.IJ~ ~

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NOTICE OF MOTION

Mr Hatwin to say -

Mr President:

I give notice that next sitting day I will move:

That leave be given to bring in a bill for an Act to make miscellaneous amendments to various Acts that relate to health and associated matters.

Health Legislation Amendment Bill (No 2))

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NOTICE OF MOTION

Mr Harwin to say -

Mr President:

I give notice that next sitting day I will move:

That leave be given to bring in a bill for an Act to amend the Heavy Vehicle (Adoption of National Law) Act 2013, the Road Transport Act 2013 and the Road Transport (Vehicle Registration) Regulation 2017 in connection with heavy vehicles; to amend the Local Government Act 1993 and the Motor Vehicles Taxation Act 1988 to increase certain penalties; and for other purposes. (Road Transport Legislation Miscellaneous Amendments Bill)

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NOTICE OF MOTION

Mr Amato says-

Mr PRESIDENT:

I give notice that on the next sitting day I will move:

1. That this House notes the great efforts of Broadcast Partners, the Channel Nine Network and Telstra in bringing equality to womens' sport and broadcasting live, weekly games of the Suncorp National League.

2. That this House notes that:

(a) New South Wales has two teams entered in the National Netball League: (i) Team comprising: Head Coach Julie Fitzgerald, Kiera Austin, Kristina Brice, Bee Bulley, , , Jo Harten, Kristiana Manu'a, , Sam Poolman, Jamie-Lee Price, sponsored by HCF, Bing Lee, Nissan, Woolworths, CBR , FDC Construction and Fitout, Haiwaiin Airlines, National Storage, Samsung, Brokenwood, Castlereagh Imaging, Coast to Coast Sport, Darrel Lea, Elastoplast, Gilbert, Mount Franklin, Skins, Olympic Park, Western Sydney University and Giant, (ii) Netball Team comprising: Briony Akle, , , , , , Abbey McCulloch, Claire O'Brien, , , Sam Wallace, sponsored by QBE, Bing Lee, Nissan, Samsung, , Woolworths, Bioglan, Coast to Coast, The Kids Cancer Project, Sydney Olympic Park, BBX and Printhie Wines, and

(c) both the Giants and Swifts have won their first two games ofthe Season.

3. That this House:

(a) acknowledges and commends the Channel 9 Network and Telstra for supporting equality and female sport by broadcasting live Australia's most popular womens' team sport and the Suncorp National Netball League,

(b) acknowledges and commends sponsors of the Giants and Swifts teams for their support of womens' sport, and

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NOTICE OF MOTION

Mr Wong says-

Mr PRESIDENT:

I give notice that on the next sitting day I will move:

1. That this House congratulate the Special Children Services Centre Inc. (SCSC) who are celebrating their 1Oth anniversary in 2018, in particular the Committee of Management who invest themselves wholeheartedly into this service.

2. That this House note that:

(a) a group of professionals, volunteers, parents and carers of people with intellectual disabilities and the aged established the sese,

(b) since its establishment the sese has extended services to many ethnic families from Chinese, Korean and Vietnamese communities in the Inner West and Western Sydney, and

(c) this organisation was officially recognised as a tax deductable charity in 2014.

3. That this House acknowledge the SCSC's aim is to develop and provide specialised educational programs, training and therapeutic programs to people with intellectual disabilities, particularly young children from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and that the sese also aims to address the service gap issues encountered by people with disabilities, the aged and their carers from culturally and linguistic backgrounds in the Australian community.

4. That this House recognise the impact the SCSC has on struggling families through their unwavering efforts to provide a high quality support service, crucial respite service and information to carers and families to assist them to cope with the demands of caring for people with intellectual disabilities or the aged, via educational workshops and information sessions.

5 .That this House commend the SCSC for also providing opportunities and performance training for people with intellectual disabilities, to showcase their talents in the public arena in available art forms.

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NOTICE OF MOTION

Mr BUCKINGHAM says-

Mr PRESIDENT:

I give notice that on the next sitting day I will move:

1. That this House notes that:

(a) The state of California has decided to mandate that almost all new homes must be fitted with solar panels after 1 January 2020. (b) The mandate will result in cheaper electricity bills for households, reduced need to invest in transmission infrastructure, and lower greenhouse gas emissions. (c) The new mandate is part of California's effort to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 40% by 2030.

2. That this House calls on the NSW government to adopt a similar mandate for new dwellings and commercial premises constructed in NSW. //:7 ~/,..~/,, ... / /,.. ~ / .... --' Signed / Z'' CC/·~=

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NOTICE OF MOTION

Mr Farlow says-

Mr PRESIDENT:

I give notice that on the next sitting day I will move:

I. That this House notes that:

(a) on 5 April2018 the Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) annual awards night was held in Sydney, and

(b) a number of people were in attendance at the event including Mr John Doyle AM, Aspect patron, Mrs Julie Hamblin, Aspect Chair, Mr Adrian Ford, Aspect Chief Executive Officer, Ms Clare Brown, Club Weld participant, as well as the Honourable Scott Farlow MLC representing the Minister for Multicultural Affairs and Disability the Honourable Ray Williams MP ,~ who launched the event highlighting the significant achievements of the Autism Community.

2. That this House notes that:

(a) the annual awards is now in its 12th year and aims to celebrate the achievements of people within the autism community,

(b) the awards nigbt is recognised as being a unique way to highlight the achievements of those living with autism, with the ceremony shifting focus to the achievements and creativity rather than the negatives of the disorder, and

(c) the awards recognise contributions that are providing inspiration, outstanding support or are addressing significant issues that affect people on the autism spectrum.

3. That this House acknowledges and congratulates:

(a) the tireless efforts and work conducted by Adrian Ford, CEO of Aspect, Julie Hamblin Chair of the Aspect Board, and John Doyle AM master of ceremonies in organising and hosting the event, and

(b) the winners of the awards including Kiara Summers, winner of the David Foster Appreciation Award, Sandeep Joshi winner of the Above and Beyond Award,

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NOTICE OF MOTION

Mr Wong says-

Mr PRESIDENT:

I give notice that on the next sitting day I will move:

1. That this House congratulate the Lions Club of Sydney Pacific Inc. District 201N5 who celebrated their 22nd Anniversary Gala Ball on Saturday 28 April 2018, particularly the contribution of the President, Lion Eugenia Liu and the Eeecutive committee who put in an outstanding effort to serve the community.

2. That this House note that this annual gala event is one of the major fundraising events for this club, and that the attendance number exceeded 300 guests from both Chinese and non-Chinese backgrounds who came together to support a very worthy cause and have a great time in the process.

3. That this House acknowledge the recipient of funds from this year's event, WHO (We Help Ourselves) who are one of the largest drug and alcohol, non-government treatment providers in Australia that provides a wide range of services offering high quality care and effective residential and day program treatment for people who have high levels of dependence on drugs and alcohol or complex needs, including mental health issues.

4. That this House commend the efforts of the Lions Club of Sydney Pacific Inc who raise much needed funds for countless organisations in our community including; community, education, medical, children and aged care groups just to name a few, and that without the efforts of clubs like this, many of these organisations would be unable to offer critical services and assistance to those in our community who are most in need ..

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NOTICE OF MOTION

Mr Shoebridge says-

Mr PRESIDENT:

I give notice that on the next sitting day I will move:

1. That this House notes: a. On 15 May 2018 a proposal was presented to the Minister for Local Government with the signatures of 3,029 Pittwater residents calling for the former Pittwater Council to reinstated; b. Pittwater Council was forcibly amalgamated by the Liberal National government despite 89% of the conununity wanting to remain independent; c. Pittwater Council provided essential local representation and environmental protections fur its residents and was financially fit.

2. That this house congratulates Pittwater residents who are bravely standing up to this undemocratic government and campaigning to get their local council back;

3. That this house calls on the NSW Government to restore local democracy to all conununities and immediately wind back all forced amalgamations.

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NOTICE OF MOTION

Mr Franklin says-

Mr PRESIDENT:

I give notice that on the next sitting day I will move:

1. That this House notes:

(a) that 2018 marks the 70tharmiversary of the Bangalow CWA branch,

(b) the branch was founded in 1948 with 26 members who came together to establish a baby health centre and rest room,

(c) in the past 70 years the branch has provide immense support to the Bangalow and wider community including fund raising for local school scholarships, the Far West Children's Home, Liberation Larder and Shift Project Byron Bay, and

(d) today, the branch has 72 members and engages in philanthropic work for rural women through all stages of their lives.

2. That this House congratulates:

(a) members of the Bangalow CWA branch, both past and present for all their work in the Bangalow community,

(b) the members of the branch executive for ensuring the branch reached this incredible milestone, including: (i) President- Di Campbell, (ii) Vice President - Dr Michelle Wallace, (iii) Vice President (and one of the longest serving members)- Sybil Johnston. (iv) Secretary- Sharon O'Meara, and (v) Treasurer- Wendy Cowan.

3. That this House recognises the important role CWA branches and their members play right across New South Wales in providing ·support networks and a str ng voice for rural and regional women. / C

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NOTICE OF MOTION

Mrs Roussos says-

Mr PRESIDENT:

I give notice that on the next sitting day I will move:

1. That this House notes that: ft.'l€, (a) women spend i~ order of $10,000 on tampons and feminine hygiene products during their lifetime, or over $200 a year IIWII«*~-IH *> and (b) New South Wales is one of the only states or territories that does not support the removal of what is known as the "tampon tax':,~

2. That this House acknowledges that women should not be taxed on essential items which enable them to live, work and participate fully in our community.

3. That this House recognises that there is currently a list of health goods that are GST exempt and that:

(a) this list includes sunscreen, nicotine patches and condoms, and ofl.l£.11' (b) despite being an essential item, tampons and feminine hygiene products are not included on this list. "

4. That this House congratulates Federal Shadow Treasurer Chris Bowen MP for his recent announcement that a future Labor Government will remove the GST from tampons andJlanitary items. ()thU 5. That this House recognises that this outdated tax on women needs to end and calls on Premier Berejiklian to follow Labor's policy and agree to scrap the GST on tampons and other sanitary items.

Signed~

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NOTICE OF MOTION

Mr Shoe bridge says-

Mr PRES I DENT:

I give notice that on the next sitting day I will move:

1. That this House notes: a. Young Aboriginal people facing criminal proceedings in our courts often face significant barriers to justice not faced by their non-Aboriginal peers. b. Structural issueuncluding lack of funding of legal services as well as travel and accommodatf~ll~'&ntribute to Aboriginal young people being treated more harshly for similar offending.

2. This house notes with concern that: a. Young Aboriginal people often face pressure to plead guilty if they have moved away from the court where criminal proceedings were first commenced. b. Amongst the disadvantages faced by young Aboriginal people is that they often don't have the financial capacity to travel back to court for a defended hearing they are often encouraged, indeed forced, to plead guilty.

3. That this House urges the Attorney General to undertake a review with a view to providing greater resources to young Aboriginal people facing criminal proceedings in our courts.

Signed

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NOTICE OF MOTION

Mr Clarke says-

Mr PRESIDENT:

I give notice that on the next sitting day I will move:

I. That this House notes that:

(a) on Friday 23 February 2018, the Independence Day of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina was celebrated at a function held at the Parliament of New South Wales and hosted by The Honorary Consul of Bosnia and Herzegovina in New South Wales Mrs Demila Gabriel together with her husband Mr Chris Gabriel,

(b) Bosnian Independence Day, held on I March each year celebrates the independence of Bosnia and Herzegovina from the Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia in 1992, ·

(c) those who attended as guests included: (i) Mr Mark Coure MP, Parliamentary Secretary for Transport and Infrastructure representing The Hon. Gladys Berejiklian, Premier, (ii) The Hon. David Clarke MLC, Parliamentary Secretary for Justice and his wife Mrs. Marisa Clarke, (iii) Mr Ed Husic MP, Federal Opposition Shadow Minister for the Digital Economy, Employment Services and Workforce Participation, (iv) Dr. Nijaz Sofie, (v) Jane Connolly, Dean of the New South Wales Consular Corps and Consul-General oflreland, (vi) Eric Borgman, Vice-Consul for the United States, (vii) Melih Karalar, Consul-General of Turkey and Mr. Aydeniz Karalar, (viii) Bernadette Hunkeler Brown, Consul-General of Switzerland, (ix) Bushra Salam, Consul-General of Pakistan, (x) Christos Karras, Consul-General of Greece, (xi) David Grabovac, Honorary Consul of The Bahamas, (xii) Keizo Takewaka, Consul-General of Japan, (xiii) Klaus Steitz, Deputy Consul-General of Germany, (xiv) Murat Smagalov, Consul-General of Kazakhstan and Mrs Nailya Smagalov,

1:\LC\House Papers\Loqs and Notices 2018\General notices\Clarke 180515 Bosnia-Herzegovina Independence Day.doc (xv) Paulo Domingues, Consul-General of Portugal, (xvi) Sang Soo Yoon, Consul-General of The Republic of Korea, (xvii) Sergey Shipilov, Consul-General of Russia, (xviii) Deepak Khadka, Honorary Consul-General of Nepal, (xix) Christopher Maxwell QC, Crown Prosecutor, (xx) Tarik Abdulhak, Crown Prosecutor, (xxi) Alex Morris QC, Crown Prosecutor, (xxii) Representatives of numerous Bosnian community organisations,

(d) those who assisted in organising the function included: (i) Mr Chris Gabriel, (ii) Alisa Kocabicak, Event Co-Ordinator, (iii) Ermin Serifovic, Technical Support, (iv) Fahir Zecevic, Journalist, (v) Emina Karnenjasevic Ramie, Master of Ceremonies, (vi) Dr. Nijaz Sofie, (vii) Cameron Hayward, and (viii) Members of the Islamic Association ofPenshurst and Smithfield.

2. That this House:

(a) congratulates the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina on the occasion of the celebration ofits Anniversary oflndependence,

(b) extends greetings and best wishes to the Bosnian-Herzegovinian-Australian Community on the occasion of its celebration of the Independence of Bosnia­ Herzegovina proclaimed on 1 March 1992.

Signed-D~

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NOTICE OF MOTION

Mr Graham says -

Mr President:

I give notice that on the next sitting day I will move that this House notes:

The recent Government request that the new Australian Space agency td'be headquartered in NSW. '/-

That this House calls on the Government to:

• Add space to the list of priorities in high~tech manufacturing alongside Defence. • Seek an urgent report from the acting Chief Scientist as to the opportunities for New South Wales to join in the national effort. • Seek advice as to potential launch sites that might be attractive to private operators. LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL

NOTICE OF MOTION

Mr Shoebridge says-

Mr PRESIDENT:

I give notice that on the next sitting day I will move:

That this House:

1. Notes the proposal by Port Stephens Council to grant rate relief to residents affected by the PF AS pollution in and about Williamtown.

2. Accepts that residents whose properties are impacted by PF AS pollution are deserving of assistance including rates relie> a/

3. Commits the State Government to working with the Federal Government to ensure that the rate relief is paid for by State and Federal Governments and not by other local residents through their local council.

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Mrs Maclareb-Jones says-

Mr PRESIDENT:

I give notice that on the next sitting day I will move:

1. That this House notes that:

(a) there are 95,000 Justices of the Peace in New South Wales, and that 2,425 of them will have surpassed 50 years of service in 2018,

(b) on 1 May 2018, a commemorative ceremony was held at the Parliament of New South Wales to acknowledge the 161 Justices of the Peace who have been serving the community since taking their oaths between July and December 1967,

(c) together these Justices of the Peace have delivered a combined 8050 years of service, helping the community at key milestones in their life including applying for a passport, buying a house or accessing superannuation,

(d) the youngest Justice of the Peace commemorated was 70-year-old Karolann Warby from Pittwater, while the oldest was 95-year-old Russell Stevenson from Albury, and

(e) the Pittwater electorate has seven JPs celebrating 50 years, the most of any electorate in New South Wales.

2. That this House thank the 161 volunteers who have served their communities tirelessly for over 50 years as Justices ofthe Peace.

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NOTICE OF MOTION

Mrs Houssos says-

Mr PRESIDENT:

I give notice that on the next sitting day I will move:

1. That this House notes that Women's Community Shelters (WCS):

(a) works . with the local community, advocates and volunteers, both men and women, as part of setting up new shelters,

(b) engages with and mobilises local communities to support the concept of a shelter in their neighbourhood, and

(c) opened its fifth and newest shelter, The Haven in in the Nepean region in April 2018 and that it has the capacity to accommodate up to twenty-two people.

2. That this notes that in addition to providing emergency housing for women and children, WCS also:

(a) works in partnership with women to rebuild the confidence to regain control of their lives, and

(b) provides service to rebuild an independent life free from violence and establish a sense of community, connection and safety.

3. That this House congratulates:

(a) the Nepean local community, local businesses and organisations for their support of The Haven,

(b) the board of The Haven, Nepean Women's Shelter, and the centre manager, Samantha Campbell, and

(c) the board of WCS and their CEO, Annabelle Daniel on opening the fifth women's shelter in their network and for the excellent work they do to support women and children across New South Wales.

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NOTICE OF MOTION

Mr MacDonald says-

Mr PRESIDENT:

I give notice that on the next sitting day I will move:

1. That this House notes that:

(a) on 8 May 2018 the official launch of StartUp Xpress as part of the Hunter Innovation Festival and STEM Pitch Night was held at The Business Centre, Newcastle West,

(b) the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Defence & Innovation Project is a collaborative project between Regional Development Australia, the Department of Defence, the Business Centre and recognised the achievement of 11 outstanding High School students: Ryan Bailey, Joshua MacTavish, Matt Fay, Joel Mackenzie, Brandon Love, Thomas Vidler, Mitchell Green, Jack Staples, Bryce Tupperainen, Kenyon McMahon and Matthew Rigby,

(c) distinguished guests at the event included: Scot MacDonald MLC, Parliamentary Secretary for Planning, the Central Coast and the Hunter, Pierre Malou, CEO, The Business Centre, David Abraham, Group Captain, Tactical Fighter Systems Program Office and Claire Kluge, FA-18 Classic ~t Program Manager, Boeing Defence Australia, ~17~

(e) the STEM Pitch Night was part of the Hunter Innovation Festival, sponsored by the University of Newcastle and Port of Newcastle,

(f) The Business Centre, based in Newcastle, works with business owners, providing a foundation for advice, learning and mentoring, helping with start ups, scaling up and existing a business and helps deliver the Goverrunent' s Business Connect program across the Hunter and Central Coast regions, and

(g) the Board of The Business Centre consists of: Janice Knowles as Chair, Bob Purser, Janelle Kirk, Sandra Gilshenan, Derek Eube, Warwick Gilbertson, Vince Stanton, Stephen Barr and Frank Herb. ·

1:\LC\House Papers\Loqs and Notices 2018\General notices\MacDoriald 180515 The Business Centre Newcastle.doc 2. That this House notes acknowledges and commends the work of The Business Centre, the STEM Innovation Project and congratulates those students selected to present at the STEM Pitch Event.

Signed

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NOTICE OF MOTION

Mrs Houssos says-

Mr PRESIDENT:

I give notice that on the next sitting day I will move:

1. That this House notes that:

(a) the AHEPA NSW Ippokratis Medical Awards Dinner was held on Friday 27 April2018,

(b) AHEP A NSW presents these awards in acknowledgment of outstanding achievement in the field of medicine within Australia,

(c) the Ipporkaratis award is presented to a medical professional of Greek heritage for outstanding achievement in his or her chosen profession, and

(d) the George Thomas Award is presented to a medical student of Greek descent who has demonstrated a high standard of personal development and academic achievement. ·

2. That this House notes that attendees at the event included:

(a) the Honourable Courtney Houssos MLC,

(b) Mr Mark Coure MP, Member for Oatley,

(c) Mr John Kallimanis, Grand President of AHEPA NSW & NZ, and

(d) Mr Steve Georgiou, President of AHEP A Ipporakratis Inc.

3. That this House recognizes the founding member of theMedicalAwards Mrs Irene Anestis for all her efforts in establishing the AHEP A NSW Ippokratis Medical Awards.

4. That this House congratulates:

(a) Dr. Betty Messazoz-Trapesta, the 2018 Ippokratis award recipient, who is a fellow in pediatrics at the Royal Children's Hospital, and is completing a doctorate of medicine in endocrinology and diabetes,

1:\LC\House Papers\Loqs aod Notices 2018\Genera1 notices\Houssos 180515 AHEPA medical awards dinner. doc (b) Dr. Peter Farmakis, the 2018 George Thomas award recipient, who is training as a psychiatry register at the Royal North Shore Hospital and has been assisting with research in th~ field of schizophrenia, and

(c) AHEPA NSW Ippokratia Inc on the success of the 2018 Medical Awards Dinner and its President, Mr Steve Georgiou who celebrated his birthday on the night.

Signed_~_____.....,.L~----

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NOTICE OF MOTION

Mr Farlow says-

Mr PRESIDENT:

I give notice that on the next sitting day I will move:

1. That this House notes:

a. That on 14 April 2018 the Korean War Memorial Peace Concert was held at Sydney Town Hall.

b. That a number of attendees were present at the event including Republic of Korea Minister of Patriots and Veterans Affairs, Pi Woojin, Consul-General Yoon Sangsoo of the Republic of Korea, Patriotic Cultural Association chairman Lim Wookun, The Hon Victor Dominello MP, Minister for Finance, Services and Property, the Hon David Clarke MLC, Mr Damien Tudehope MP Member for Epping, Ms Jodi Mckay MP, Rear Admiral (Retd) Ian Crawford, National President of Australian Council of Korea Veterans Associations, Cr Gulian Vaccari Mayor of Strathfield Council as well as the Hon Scott Farlow MLC representing the Minister for Multiculturalism the Hon Ray Williams MP.

2. That this House notes:

a. That the Korean War began on 25 June 1950 when North Korea invaded South Korea following a series of clashes along the border. The United Nations, with the United States as the principal force, came to the aid of South Korea.

b. Immense sacrifices were made by veterans of both Australian and Korean nationalities on the battlefield during the War. More than 17,000 Australians served during the Korean War, of whom 340 were killed and more than 1,216 wounded. A further 29 had become prisoners of war.

c. More than 66,000 residents in New South Wales claim Korean Ancestry with many making Sydney their home. The Korean community is young and almost 70% of Korean-hom people in NSW are under 45 meaning many do not recall the events of the war. 3. That this House acknowledges:

a. The more than 60 Australian Veterans present at the event as well as the Peace Ambassadors Orchestra and Seocho Philharmoniker BAE Jonghoon, artistic director and conductor and all contributing artists that ensured the concert was a success. (

LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL

NOTICE OF MOTION

Mr Clarke says-

Mr PRESIDENT:

I give notice that on the next sitting day I will move:

I. That this House notes that:

(a) on Saturday 3 March 2018 at the Nineveh Reception Centre, Edensor Park a fundraising dinner was held attended by over 500 members and friends of the Chaldean League Australia,

(b) funds raised at the event will be used for humanitarian and social work amongst members of the Chaldean Catholic community, particularly those in Syria and Iraq who have suffered persecution as a result of the terrorist activities of ISIS and similar groups,

(c) the function, which was held under the patronage and in the presence of His Grace Mar Emil Nona, Archbishop of the Chaldean and Assyrian Catholic Church in Australia and New Zealand, was attended by special guests which included: (i) Rev. Father Gewarges David representing His Grace Mar Yaqo Daniel, Metropolitan of the Ancient Church of the East, Archdiocese of Australia and New Zealand, (ii) Mr. Chris Hayes MP, Federal Member for Fowler representing The Hon. Bill Shorten MP, Federal Leader of the Opposition, (iii) The Hon. David Clarke MLC, Parliamentary Secretary for Justice representing The Hon. Gladys Berejiklian MP, Premier, (iv) The Hon. ·Luke Foley MP, Opposition Leader, (v) The Hon. Chris Bowen MP, Shadow Treasurer for the Federal Opposition, (vi) Mr. Guy Zangari MP, Opposition Shadow Minister for Justice and Police, Corrections and Emergency Services, (vii) Mr. Paul Lynch MP, Opposition Attorney-General, (viii) Dr. Hugh McDermott MP, Member for Prospect, (ix) Clr. Frank Carbone, Mayor of Fairfield City Council, (x) Clr. Charishma Kaliyanda representing the Mayor of Liverpool, (xi) Clr. Susai Benjamin, Blacktown City Council, (xii) Mr. Anwar AI Essa, Iraqi General Consul,

1:\LC\House Papers\Loqs and Notices 2018\General notices\Clarke 180515 Chaldean League Australia. doc (xiii) Mr. Maher AI Dabbaghm Honour Consul of Syria, (xiv) Mr. Haval Sayan, Representative of the Kurdistan Government m Australia and New Zealand, (xv) Representatives of the Iraqi media, and (xvi) Representatives of Chaldean and Assyrian Community organisations and Lebanese political parties.

2. That this House:

(a) commends the Chaldean League Australia for its humanitarian work particularly amongst those who have suffered persecution in Iraq and Syria, and

(b) extends best wishes to the Chaldean Catholic Community in Australia for its ongoing positive contribution to Australia and New South Wales.

Sign~

Dated _ _:__/S"-+-(S:::.(!.-'-1-"-~ _____

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NOTICE OF MOTION

Mr MacDonald says-

Mr PRESIDENT:

I give notice that on the next sitting day I will move:

1. That this House notes tha!i! ff'flt•;\ (a) on ANi!:' e Jtli!t. y 25 .w-h. 2018, the.ammai. Seaham Anzac Day mornin serv~·c . fl . ~asheldatthe\'1~@~~1 ~*Seaham, ~~W11r ~ ~~ .r 1 r"d6Lm&_.,f 1/JO...... t/..,..r- ~-"0"'r,-c...o< ~. ~>v•"-Lbe"""''ov n>

(c) Vi Ill a fa! support for the service was provided by Mrs Caroline Hill of Brandy Hill who lead the singing, Mr Bruce Lyon of East Seaham who played the "Last Post", Fiona Lyon, photographer, the Seaham Scout Group that provided morning tea, Scout Leader, Mrs Jane Hogno, flag bearer, with Seaham Public School and the RSL,

(d) the Seaham Knitting Circle Memorial is perhaps one of the few in the country that was dedicated to the memory of WWI soldiers, entirely by the women of the community when in October 1914 the Seaham Branch of the Red Cross was established, Mrs J.W. Boag was the President and Mrs Bert Adams the Secretary and from its beginning the group was known as the Seaham Knitting Circle,

(e) at the conclusion of WWI, the people of Seaham welcomed back their sons and mourned those lost with the first expression of remembrance being a memorial tablet in the Presbyterian Church, unveiled in October 1920, followed in May 1921 with the unveiling of the memorial gates at the School of Arts,

(f) the Knitting Circle members met and agreed to erect a memorial flagpole on the eastern side of the river as the western side already had two memorials and in the latter part of 1921 the flagpole was erected on a piece of land donated by the Boag family whose residence "Burnbrae" stood behind the memorial, and

I:\LC\House Papers\Loqs and Notices 2018\General notices\MacDonald 180515 Seaham Knitting Circle Memorial.doc (g) John Wilson Boag was a successful businessman closely connected to the pioneer families of the district, two of his sons by his first wife, enlisted in the AlF, one son William Fisher Boag died in May 1917 in Randwick Repatriation Hospital as a result of an accident sustained in Egypt in March 1916 and his eldest son, of his second marriage was killed in 1925 as the result of a buggy accident 500 metres from the family home.

3. That this House acknowledges and commends Mr Alan Earle for his outstanding service in organising for the past 15 years the Seaham ANZAC Day Service.

4. That this House acknowledges the dedication of so many in the community over the decades that have worked to ensure that the ANZACs of the region are properly honoured and remembered.

Signed

Dated ___f_SI+b"'--~f--~-(5 ___ _

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NOTICE OF MOTION

Mrs. Maclaren-Jones says-

Mr PRESIDENT:

I give notice that on the next sitting day I will move:

1. That this House notes that:

(a) as part of International Nurses and Midwives Day celebrations, the Western Sydney Local Health District hosted its aimual Nursing and Midwifery Awards, on Tuesday 8 May 2018 at the Muirfield Golf Club, and

(b) the awards ceremony recognised nurses and midwives who have demonstrated excellence in clinical practice and a continued dedication to improvement to patient care.

2. That this House notes that those who attended the awards ceremony included:

(a) Mr Mark Taylor MP, member for Seven Hills, and

(b) the Hon. Natasha Maclaren-Jones MLC, representing the Hon. David Elliott MP, member for Baulkharn Hills.

3. That this House congratulates all award recipients:

(a) Ms Danielle Martin, Auburn Hospital District Award,

(b) Ms Raylee Turner, Auburn Hospital District Award,

(c) Ms Lesley Jack, Blacktown and Mount Druitt Hospital District Award,

(d) Ms Jan Gatti, Blacktown and Mount Druitt Hospital District Award,

(e) Ms Carol Dene, Integrated and Community Health Award,

(f) Ms Anna Esdaile, Integrated and Community Health Award,

(g) Ms Elissa Y oo, Mental Health Award,

1:\LC\House Papers\Loqs and Notices 2018\General notices\Maclaren Jones 180515 WSLHD Awards Ceremony.doc (h) Mr David Gollan, Mental Health Award,

(i) Ms Lana Sengstock, Westmead District Award,

(j) Ms Kate Gillis, Westrnead District A ward,

(k) Ms Collete Cole, Research Award,

(I) Ms Sian Bramwell, Research A ward,

(m) Ms Margaret Murphy, Research Award,

(n) Ms Karen Hazel Raine, Research Award, and

(o) Ms Suzanne Stevens, Western Sydney Local Health District Award.

Signed No,}S,. ~~

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NOTICE OF MOTION

Mr Clarke says-

Mr PRESIDENT:

I give notice that on the next sitting day I will move:

1. That this House notes that:

(a) on Monday 5 March 2018 the official launch of the Portuguese Language Teachers Association and the Portuguese Language Schools Parents and Friends Association was held at the premises of the NSW Federation of Community Language Schools Inc. situated in Dulwich Hill and attended by members and friends of the Portuguese and Brazilian-Australian Communities,

(b) the official launch was hosted by the NSW Federation of Community Language Schools Inc. in association with the Consulate General of Portugal and Consulate General of Brazil in Sydney,

(c) those who attended the official launch included: (i) Mr Jose Luis Carneiro, Deputy Minister for Portuguese Communities Abroad, (ii) His Excellency Mr. Paulo Cunha Alves, Ambassador of Portugal in Australia, (iii) Her Excellency Mrs Martha Mavrommatis, High Commissioner of Cyprus in Australia, (iv) Mr. Carlos Henrique de Abreu, Consul General of Brazil in Sydney, (v) Mr. Pauio Domingues, Consul General of Portugal in Sydney, (vi) The Hon. David Clarke MLC, Parliamentary Secretary for Justice, (vii) Mr Faro Ramos, President of the Camoes Institute, (viii) Clr. Victor Macri, Inner West Council, (ix) Mr. Albert Vella, President of the NSW Federation of Community Language Schools Inc., (x) Mr. Michael Christodoulou, Executive Officer of the NSW Federation of Community Language Schools Inc., (xi) Representatives of various Portuguese-speaking community organisations, and

I:\LC\House Papers\Loqs and Notices 2018\Gener~l notices\Clarke 180515 Portuguese Language. doc (d) Portuguese is the 3rd most spoken European language in the world, the 6th most native spoken language in the world and the most spoken language in South America.

2. That this House:

(a) congratulates the Portuguese Language Teachers Association and the Portuguese Language Schools Parents and Friends Association on their official launching, and

(b) exte.nds best wishes to Portuguese-speaking community organisations m Australia.

.Signe~

Dated __I S.=t-{..2:::s;'!LJ:fi!.l.1'8 ____

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NOTICE OF MOTION

Mr Franklin says-

Mr PRESIDENT:

I give notice that on the next sitting day I will move:

1. That this House notes:

(a) the Australian Small Business Champion Awards night was held on Saturday 21 April2018,

(b) the Australian Small Business Champion Awards is a prestigious program which recognises and supports outstanding Australian small businesses, and

(c) Collins Hume from Ballina received the 2018 Accounting Services Award from a field of 20 national accounting finalists.

2. That this House congratulates the Collins Hume team for this wonderful achievement, including:

(a) Collins Hume partners: (i) Christopher Atkinson, (ii) Peter Fowler, (iii) Shane Bartrim, (iv) Jamie Doyle, (v) John Collins, (vi) Ian Wunsch

(b) Collins Hume business manager David Keith, and

(c) Collins Hume business advisors and accountants: (i) Chris Home, (ii) Chris Priester, and (iii) Jeff Skinner. ' 3. That this House recognises the role small businesses play in driving local economies, creating jobs and contributing to a sense of identity in our co unities articularly in regional areas. j !_____,

Signed --,;1'---+------

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NOTICE OF MOTION

Mr Clarke says-

Mr PRESIDENT:

I give notice that on the next sitting day I will move:

1. That this House notes that:

(a) on Saturday 24 February 2018, The Council of Indian-Australians in partnership with The Ponds and Kellyville Ridge Community Associations held a successful community function at The Plaza Park, The Ponds attended by several thousand members and friends of the Indian-Australian Community to celebrate the 2018 Festival ofHoli as well as Harmony Day,

(b) the Festival'ofHoli, also known as the Festival of Colours which is celebrated not only throughout the Indian subcontinent but also worldwide where there are significant Indian communities signifies the victory of good over evil and is a time of thanksgiving,

(c) those who attended as special guests included: (i) The Hon. Ray Williams MP, Minister for Multiculturalism and Disability Sefvices, (ii) The Hon. David Elliott MP, Minister for Counter-Terrorism, Corrections and Veterans Affairs, (iii) Mr. Kevin Conolly MP, Member for Riverstone, (iv) The Hon. David Clarke MLC, Parliamentary Secretary for Justice, (v) Dr. Geoff Lee MP, Parliamentary Secretary for Western Sydney and Multiculturalism, (vi) Mr. Mark Taylor MP, Member for Seven Hills, (vii) Mr Suman Saha representing Ms Julia Finn MP, Member for Granville, (viii) Clr. Chris Quilkey representing Clr Stephen Bali, Mayor of Blacktown Council, (ix) Clr. Susai Benjamin, Blacktown Council, and (x) Clr. Moninder Singh, Blacktown Council.

I:\LC\House Papers\Loqs and Notices 20 18\General notices\Clarke 180515 Council of Indian Australians.doc 2. That this House:

(a) congratulates The Council of Indian-Australians particularly its Executive comprising Mohit Kumar, President, Nitin Shukla, Vice-President and Sanjay Deshwal, Secretary for organising a successful joint 2018 Festival of Holi and Harmony Day, and

(b) extends greetings and best wishes to members of the Indian-Australian Comniunity, particularly in The Ponds and Kellyville Ridge areas on the occasion ofthe 2018 Festival ofHoli and Harmony Day.

Signed~

Dated ___I_S"--'-/-~'--I_Q ___ _

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NOTICE OF MOTION

Mr Clarke says-

Mr PRESIDENT:

I give notice that on the next sitting day I will move:

1. That this House notes that:

(a) on Friday 23 March 2018 the Annual Unit Awards Presentation of the NSW State Emergency Service Waverley-Woollahra Unit was held at its headquarters office in Bondi Junction,

(b) those who attended included: (i) NSW State Emergency Service Commissioner Mark Smethurst DSC AM, (ii) The Hon. David Clarke MLC, Parliamentary Secretary for Justice representing The Hon. Troy Grant MP, Minister for Emergency Services, (iii) Deputy Regional Controller NSW State Emergency Service, Daniel Kenner, (iv) Clr. Anthony Marano representing the Mayor of Woollahra, Clr. Peter Cavanagh, (v) Clr. Dominic Wy Kanak, Deputy Mayor of Waverley representing Clr. John Wakefield, Mayor of Waverley, (vi) Clr. Lucinda Regan, Woollahra Council, (vii) Kim Edwards, NSW State Emergency Service Local Controller, Waverley­ Woollahra Unit, (viii) Mara Greenwood, NSW State Emergency Service Deputy Local Controller, Waverley-Woollahra Unit, (ix) Anthia Kollaras, NSW State Emergency Service Deputy Local Controller, Waverley-Woollahra Unit, (x) members and friends of the NSW State Emergency Service Waverley­ Woollahra Unit,

(c) those who were honoured with an Award at the NSW State Emergency Service Waverley-Woollahra Unit's Awards Presentation Event comprised: (i) Renae Nottage, NSW State Emergency Service 15 Years Long Service Award, (ii) Michael Neumann, Spirit ofWaverley-Woollahra Award, (iii) Suzy Domingues, Training Achievement Award, (iv) Michael Horn, Paul McQueen Excellence in Leadership Award, and

1:\LC\House Papers\Loqs and Notices 2018\General notices\Clarke 180515 Annual Awards NSW SES Waverley­ Woollahra.doc (d) the NSW State Emergency Service Waverley-Woollahra Unit has 55 active volunteers who are ready to respond 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year to storm and flood events as well as providing support to other emergency services and the NSW Police Force by participating in land search operations for missing people.

2. That this House congratulates and commends the NSW State Emergency Service Waverley-Woollahra Unit Award Recipients and acknowledges the outstanding service of all members of the NSW State Emergency Service.

Signe~

Dated _.L/"-'~'1-/-"~'f-/."-t?SL.._ ____

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