Page 4171 - Week 12 - Tuesday, 22 October 2019

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The thing I keep coming back to is that if we all took on board the principles by which Catherine lived—gentility, kindness, selflessness, respect and care for all—society would be a lot better off.

(Extension of time granted.) On a personal note, Catherine remained my friend after I left the department. She helped behind the scenes with my election campaign, particularly with the most monotonous and mind-numbing tasks, which, as she did with most things, she approached cheerfully. Catherine was often happiest supporting others and seeing them achieve. Her ongoing friendship and support while we worked together—2015 was the toughest year of my life—and beyond has always been a great source of comfort for me.

I extend my heartfelt and sincere condolences to Catherine’s friends and current and former colleagues, many of whom are my own friends and former colleagues, who I know are reeling from her death. I especially give my condolences to her family, about whom she spoke regularly and lovingly and to whom I am very grateful for giving me permission to put her contribution permanently on the record. Her contribution, her professionalism and her friendship will always be remembered and will always be valued.

Question resolved in the affirmative.

The Assembly adjourned at 5.20 pm.

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