Community Recognition Statement

Mr ANOULACK CHANTHIVONG (Macquarie Fields) — In the 2020 Queen's Birthday Honours list a good friend and local champion, Mr Keith Kent of Ingleburn, was awarded an OAM.

Few people are more deserving of such an honour.

I have known Keith for many years. His community involvement, however, goes back many decades when Ingleburn was a much smaller town.

Keith is probably best known for his involvement in Lions Clubs International. The motto of Lions is 'We Serve'. Keith is the embodiment of that motto.

Apart from Lions, Keith has been involved in any number of community organisations. From scouts, to P and Cs, to various Council committees and the like, Keith has made his contribution to so many aspects of community life.

A number of years ago Keith lost the love of life – his beloved Muriel. Theirs was a marriage and partnership like few others, and I know that Keith would be the first to acknowledge that he shares his award with her.

I also know that while not present in person at Government House when Keith receives his award, Muriel will be there is spirit, nodding her approval and beaming with pride.

Congratulations Keith Kent OAM.