Penshurst RSL Panthers

Hansard ID: HANSARD-1323879322-107943

Hansard session: Fifty-Seventh Parliament, First Session (57-1)

Penshurst RSL Panthers

Mr MARK COURE (Oatley) (20:02:19):

On 1 September I was pleased to attend the Penshurst RSL Panthers Australian Football League grand final. The Panthers are the oldest established junior club in southern Sydney and have played an important role in developing the talent of local footballers. The club has teams for boys and girls aged between five and 17 and is managed on a voluntary basis. It was great to attend the grand final and present the under-14s girls' team with certificates recognising their impressive performance and sportsmanship over the last 12 months.

It was also great to see the refurbishment of the amenities block at Olds Park to be more accommodating for the women who use the facility. It is important that we continue to encourage the participation of women in sport and it is fantastic to see the Penshurst Panthers promote more inclusivity in their club. I congratulate Natasha Clayton, Natalie Hanlen and all those involved at Penshurst Panthers for another successful year. I look forward to supporting them in 2020.