Mr REPACHOLI (Hunter) (13:54) 

Speaker, there’s nothing I love more than hearing about young kids in the hunter smashing their goals.  I want to share the story of one incredible young person in my electorate - Tama.

Tama once described himself as a “terror of a kid”, but with the help of Mai-Wel, he is making incredible strides forward.  Tama has been working hard to build a bright future for himself. He has earned a variety of essential certifications, including his Provisional Driver’s License, Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA), Responsible Conduct of Gambling (RCG), First Aid, and CPR certifications.

But his biggest achievement is completing the Singleton Construction Program.  This program equipped him with crucial licenses, such as Working from Heights, Working in Confined Spaces, Traffic Control Combo, and the highly regarded White Card certification. These certifications not only demonstrate Tama’s commitment to expanding his skill set but also position him strongly for potential employment opportunities in the construction industry, which is a good industry to be in.

Tama’s story is a shining example of resilience and growth. It shows that regardless of what challenges you face, if you work hard, you can be whatever and whoever you want to be.

Good on you Tama, you’ve done the work and set yourself up well. I wish you a future of success. And thank you Mai-Wel for helping all kinds of people in our community to be able to reach their full potential.