Community Recognition Statement

Mr ANOULACK CHANTHIVONG (Macquarie Fields) (13:24): The Campbelltown-Camden District Cricket Club is one of the great sporting clubs in my local community. I was delighted to join the club and members of my community at their recent awards presentation to recognise its players and administrators on another successful season.

Congratulations to all the nominees and winners on their sporting achievements and their sportsperson-like attributes on and off the field. Having lived in the area since the 1980s, I have seen the remarkable improvements at the Ghosts home ground at Raby Oval. It is undoubtedly one of the best, if not the best, regional cricket facilities in New South Wales.

The hard work of Jason Ellsmore and the club's administrators and volunteers certainly have paid off. I take this opportunity to recognise Allan Connolly for his decades of service to the club and our cricketing community. Allan is humble and hardworking.

Without his efforts, the club would not be in its current position, both on and off the field. It was fitting that the new clubhouse was named after Allan. I wish the Campbelltown‑Camden District Cricket Club every success for the future as it continues to make our community proud.