07 May 2025

I rise to acknowledge my colleague and friend Susan Templeman MP on her record historic fourth victory for Labor in the electorate of Macquarie on Saturday 3 May 2025. Susan has worked solidly not only during the campaign period but also since she was first preselected to contest the 2010 Federal election. Her persistence paid off when she was elected as the member for Macquarie at the 2016 election. She demonstrated her dedication to fight for the Hawkesbury and the Blue Mountains day in, day out. There are so many issues Susan cares about, particularly the natural environment and protection of the World Heritage National Park that we are fortunate to live in. Susan is a strong, passionate, caring and smart woman. She brings with her Labor's values of fairness, equality and opportunity alongside an awe-inspiring dedication to represent her community every single day. I also thank her for supporting me. I give my heartfilled congratulations to this wonder woman extraordinaire.