Stephanie Di Pasqua MP

The Kokoda Track Memorial Walkway Anzac Service on Saturday 18 April was a moving tribute to all who serve, and especially to those who served in the Kokoda campaign.

The courage and sacrifice of Australian soldiers, often outnumbered remains one of the defining moments in our military history. Fought in harsh, mountainous jungle conditions, the Kokoda campaign was a vital part of the broader Battle for Australia and in defending our nation from invasion.

Thank you to Sir Peter Cosgrove for delivering the commemorative address and reflecting on the significance of Kokoda.

My NSW parliamentary colleague, Shadow Minister for Veterans Tim James, was also there. This was Tim’s second visit to the Kokoda Track as we continue to advocate for ongoing State Government funding for this unique track.

Thank you to the Kokoda Track Memorial Walkway Board, led by Jennifer Collins AM and Secretary Alice Kang OAM, all staff and volunteers for delivering another wonderful and meaningful service.

Lest we forget.

Honoured to join our community today at the Concord and Breakfast Point Anzac Day services, remembering the bravery, sacrifice, courage, mateship, and enduring spirit of all who have served and those who are serving today. We will always be grateful for their service.

ANZAC Day is a time for the community to come together to reflect on the sacrifices of those who have served our nation.

This year, several commemorative ANZAC Day services will be held across the Drummoyne Electorate. I encourage you and your family to attend a local service. Please find details below.

Concord ANZAC Day Service
5am Saturday, 25 April
Pavilion of Honour, Queen Elizabeth Park, Concord

Drummoyne ANZAC Day Service
5:45am Saturday, 25 April
Drummoyne Cenotaph, 1A Marlborough Street, Drummoyne (outside City of Canada Bay Council Chambers)

Breakfast Point ANZAC Day Service
6am Saturday, 25 April
Breakfast Point War Memorial, Village Drive, Breakfast Point

Strathfield ANZAC Day Service
8am Saturday, 25 April 2026
Davey Square Memorial, Coventry Road, Strathfield

Wishing you a Happy Easter 🐣🩷

Popped in to visit Silvana from Chiswick who turned 100 yesterday. She was so happy to be surrounded by her loving family. Such a lovely celebration of a century of love and memories 💛

The petrol crisis has reached our community. Ampol Five Dock ran out of fuel today.

Families, small businesses and tradies are already feeling the impact, and higher fuel prices will push up the cost of everything.

The Iran conflict began weeks ago, yet Australia still has no clear plan. It is unacceptable that the Albanese and Minns Labor Governments are only now just scrambling for a response.

Where is the plan to deal with this?

As we wrap up Lunar New Year celebrations, I was grateful to attend the Rhodes Lunar New Year Festival organised by RMCA on Friday

A big congratulations and thanks to Yiping Zhang, Jing Hong and all the RMCA volunteers for their fantastic work bringing the community together for such a vibrant celebration.

Thank you to our amazing community for celebrating this special occasion, and to the generosity of Australians from Asian backgrounds for welcoming us to share in Lunar New Year traditions and festivities again this year 🙏

Wishing everyone prosperity, happiness and good fortune in the Year of the Horse. 🧧🐎

🎉 Festa Formosa is on tonight until 9pm in Drummoyne!

Pop down to Formosa St and enjoy the music, dancing, games and local art. Grab a bite to eat, have a drink at the pop-up bar and soak up the relaxed community atmosphere. There’s even face painting for the kids!

Well done to everyone involved in bringing our community together. Proudly funded between Council & the State Government.

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Congratulations to Mary Bonfante who has been named the 2026 Drummoyne Local Woman of the Year 🩷⭐️💐

A cancer survivor, a devoted wife, mother and grandmother, a former small business owner and hardworking volunteer, Mary has turned her personal journey into a commitment to helping others, raising over $200,000 for cancer care and research through her fundraising efforts for the Chris O’Brien Lifehouse.
Mary has also started fundraising and supporting research into Parkinson’s Disease.

Mary’s resilience, compassion and dedication to our community make this recognition truly well deserved. 👏