Mr MATT KEAN (Hornsby—Minister for Innovation and Better Regulation) (13:28): I pay tribute to a great man who has done wonderful work in the Hornsby community. Ray Mychalewycz has been Captain of the Westleigh Rural Fire Brigade for the past five years. He is as good a bloke as anyone could ever meet. He has been a terrific friend to many in the community, including me. Ray, Deputy Captain James Morrison and Deputy Captain Andrew Webster work tirelessly to ensure the local community is protected from bushfires. We will find Ray and his brigade at a number of local community events giving kids a chance to look at the truck and informing residents about their safety. The brigade has also entered a team in the Relay for Life to raise money for cancer research. The Westleigh Brigade is on call to help when a fire hits not only in New South Wales but also across the globe. The brigade recently assisted at the Holsworthy fire in Sydney and last year Ray was in Canada to assist its firefighting efforts. On behalf of a grateful community, I thank Ray and all our Rural Fire Service volunteers for their service to the bushland shire and our community.
Matt is your local member for Hornsby
After being elected as Member for Hornsby in March 2011, I have embarked on many initiatives that the community and I see as pivotal issues for Hornsby. I see and understand the needs of the community and am proud to play my part.
