Address to the Federation Chamber, Statements by Members

Tuesday 10 February 2025

The residents of Bean are well known for our generosity and community spirit. So many Bean residents make a positive contribution to our neighbourhood, to the territory and to our nation. Each Australia Day, through the honours list, special recognition is paid to citizens who've made outstanding contributions. Today, I would like to put on the record my thanks to these outstanding locals for their work in making our community and nation a better place.

Laurence Mound was recognised for service to scientific research into the identification and biology of plant-feeding insects. Val Dempsey was recognised for service to community health. John Saxon was recognised for service to space science. Mark Alcock was recognised for service in maritime affairs. Frank Marando, Victoria Ross, Susan Saunders and Dyung Van Dartel were recognised for their outstanding contribution to public service. Group Captain Marija Jovanovich was recognised for service to the Royal Australian Air Force. Captain Antony Pisani was recognised for outstanding achievement in the field of Navy capability. Commodore Nigel Smith was recognised for outstanding achievement as the Director General Guided Weapons and Explosive Ordnance Enterprise Task Force. Thank you, one and all, for your outstanding contributions, and congratulations on your richly deserved recognition.