I’m delighted announce that Caringbah fundraising powerhouse Julie McKinnery is the 2024 Cronulla Woman of the Year.
Mrs McKinnery has raised more than $75,000 for the National Breast Cancer Foundation through opening her home yearly for ‘Julie’s Biggest Pink Breakfast’.
Julie has shown extraordinary leadership and advocacy though her commitment to the fight against breast cancer and her ability to rally the support of the community.
I’ve been to her annual breakfast events where Julie creates a vibrant social gathering featuring activities such as donations, raffles, silent auctions, and lucky door prizes to help raise money to support the fight against breast cancer.
In the 12 months between each breakfast, Julie works away gathering donations from local businesses.
Having fought off breast cancer twice, Julie’s efforts extend beyond fundraising as she works to helping others facing similar challenges.
She promotes the need for regular testing and is known for her colourful slogans like ‘Chicks Check Ya Tits’ and ‘Lads Check Your Nads’ that help nudge people into action.
Julie’s enthusiasm and passion for the cause is infectious and I congratulate her on this well-deserved award.
You can search ‘Julie’s Biggest Pink Breakfast’ on Facebook for more information. The next Biggest Pink Breakfast will be on Saturday 19 October.
The Port Hacking Putters annual regatta is a wonderful celebration of our local boating heritage and estuary environment, as well as a chance to remember the importance of water safety and fundraise for Marine Rescue NSW.
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I second that.
Doing a good job Mark. ❤️👏
2 April is World Autism Day - marked in the Shire today with the opening of the new Inclusive Education Hub at Gymea Bay Public School. ... See MoreSee Less
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Education is the key to all in our community. Thank you for this support.
Excellent.
Nice to see Simon out and about for a change
My deepest sympathies to the family and many friends of Tony Issa OAM, former Granville Liberal MP and Parramatta Lord Mayor who passed away after a long illness. He was 69.
Tony was the state’s first Liberal Lord Mayor when he became Parramatta Lord Mayor in 2008 and the state’s first Lebanese-Australian politician to hold that position.
Tony served as the State Member for Granville from 2011 to 2015.
A long-time Merrylands resident, Tony received an Order of Australia Medal in 1995 in recognition of his many contributions to the Lebanese-Australian community. He also a NSW Local Government Award for more than 20 years’ service as a Councillor on Parramatta City Council.
Tony will be deeply missed.
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Vale Tony Issa OAM
God rest his soul 🙏🏼
Rest in peace 🙏
May he rest in the Arms of the Lord
Alla yerhamo
My condolences rip
Vale
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🇱🇧 🇦🇺 Maronite Catholic Society gala dinner celebrating and promoting Maronite tradition and heritage and its contribution to Australian society - with plenty of vibrant dancing too. ... See MoreSee Less
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A soggy but well subscribed Port Hacking Outrigger Canoe Club Regatta today, with a blessing of the canoes from the Karanga Group to kick off and clubs from as far north as Newcastle and as far south as Mollymook. ... See MoreSee Less
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Vote out the political duopoly that locked you down.
The flu season is just around the corner – it’s time to roll up your sleeve and get your flu shot.
2024 was one of the worst flu seasons on record for NSW with over 160,000 reported cases, and data out of Europe and the US is showing 2025 could be even worse.
Flu isn’t just a bad cold—it can even be deadly, so book your flu vaccine today. ... See MoreSee Less
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