Community Recognition Statement

Mr ANOULACK CHANTHIVONG (Macquarie Fields) (13:19 ): I recognise the wonderful and ongoing achievements of Astrid Graham from Minto, who this year won the Campbelltown Young Citizen of the Year Award. Astrid, who is known as the Rainbow Warrior, is the community's charity champion.

She is an inspiring and dedicated young woman who despite her young age has achieved so much. Her "Help Astrid Pay It Forward" charity and achievements include collecting clothing and toys and developing care packages for those in need; growing her hair for the sole purpose of having it cut off and made into wigs for kids with cancer; putting together 50 Easter packs with winter pyjamas, colouring books and pencils; and visiting nursing homes at Christmas, Easter and Mother's Day since she was seven years of age. She has helped out at the Wayside Chapel and the WILMA Women's Health Centre, and I could go on. As well, Astrid is a talented dancer, athlete and dedicated student.

We are very lucky and proud to have Astrid in our community. She is a role model for everyone in our community, young and old.