Maiden Speech

Today was a day of great joy. Today, my husband delivered his inaugural speech in State Parliament. The Legislative Assembly chamber is known as 'the bear pit' and if you have ever caught part of question time, you will come to know that this is indeed an apt name. Today my husband delivered, what I think, is one of the best maiden speeches I have ever heard.

He spoke about his philosophy, the history of the electorate, his hopes and what he hopes to achieve for the electorate and he thanked all of his supporters, family and friends.

It was a speech that greatly impressed me. He was so incredibly inspiring.

I can't wait to hear him deliver speeches in state parliament now. He is so community minded and I hope today is the start or the continuance of something wonderful for him. It was wonderful to be surrounded by family and close friends today. To share the moment.

It was certainly a once in a lifetime opportunity and one that he took with great humility and reverence for the great privilege to represent our local community.