Keira Electorate Sporting Teams - Private Members' Statements

By Ryan Park MP - Member for Keira

15 August 2024

Mr RYAN PARK (Keira—Minister for Health, Minister for Regional Health, and Minister for the Illawarra and the South Coast) (16:32): I am proud to inform the House of the outstanding achievements of 10 of our Illawarra Steelers representative players who were selected in the winning under-19 women's Sky Blues team that defeated the Maroons in an absolute thrashing, with a 46-4 victory. The under-19 women's Sky Blues team is made up of the best rising talent in rugby league. The State of Origin allows our junior athletes to showcase their talents on the big stage. I extend my congratulations to Indie Bostock, Maria Paseka, Evie McGrath, Kasey Reh, Chelsea Savill, Hope Millard, Charlotte Basham, Ella Koster, Bronte Wilson and Sienna Yeo for their selection in the side. I am also pleased to inform the House that Kasey Reh was not only captain of the mighty Blues but also player of the match for her outstanding individual performance.

I am equally proud to inform the House that the Northern Districts Butchers Cricket Club was awarded Club of the Year at the Cricket NSW Community Cricket Awards for the 2023-24 season and Community Club of the Year by Cricket Australia. These prestigious honours were awarded to the Woonona‑based club for its continuous commitment to promoting the spirit of cricket beyond the game. The club has created an inclusive and welcoming environment, and it encourages participation for all ages, genders and backgrounds. Together with the Government, I was fortunate enough to contribute $30,000 to the club as a part of a plan to improve sporting infrastructure in the northern suburbs of our region. The club is currently in the process of an extensive rebuild of the cricket training nets at Hollymount Park. I am always delighted to hear about the fantastic achievements in the Keira electorate. I will continue to support of all our local sporting teams, clubs, players and hardworking volunteers.