Mrs WICKS (Robertson) (19:55): In my electorate of Robertson, on the New South Wales Central Coast, we have 49 amazing schools. One of the very great privileges of being the local representative is being able to engage with local school communities, particularly every year at the spring fairs during the spring fair season. On Saturday I joined with thousands and thousands of other local people at Terrigal Public School's family funfair, which is one of the biggest school fairs held on the Central Coast. There were over 60 market stalls, and they showcased and supported local small businesses, as well as many food stores that celebrated cuisines from right around the world. Emerging local talent performed throughout the day for the hundreds of local families that made their way around the fair, with plenty of rides and activities for everyone to be able to enjoy. Community groups also played a large role in the success of the fair. With the SES, the Central Coast marine rescue, Terrigal Wamberal Little Athletics and the Terrigal surf club all holding stalls. The fair had sponsorship from 40 local businesses that provided goods for the auction. I would really like to thank the principal, Michael Burgess, for his role in helping to coordinate, and his leadership on such a fantastic day for the entire school community, and also to recognise the ongoing leadership that he provides to the school on a daily basis. Special thanks also to Michael for taking time out to show me personally around the fair. It was much appreciated. I also pay tribute to the tireless Briony Cameron as the Terrigal Family Fun Fair coordinator. Briony spent many months making sure that the event was the success that it was. These fairs take an army of volunteers and Briony was supported by a wonderful team. Congratulations to the Terrigal Public School P&C President, Nicole McDonald; Secretary, Trish Payne; Treasurer, Ari King; Sponsorship Coordinator, Tonia Barclay; Social Media and Advertising Coordinator, Junna Massey; Food Coordinator, Bec Wallace; and Kids' Fun Zone Coordinator—which was also spectacular—Hannah McKeen. The committee was also supported by more than 400 volunteers who all helped to bring it together on the day. While the final amount is still being counted, I would like to congratulate everyone involved for another successful fair. Of course, all fundraising goes towards continuing to contribute to Terrigal Public School's activities. Avoca Beach Public School also held their 2019 school fair on Sunday, with nature and sustainability a main focus of its stalls and events. The event is the annual fundraiser for the school's P&C, with fundraising efforts from previous years going towards projects like building an outdoor learning area for their basketball court and computers for students to use in school. I would like to congratulate the P&C on another wonderful event for their local school community. This coming Saturday at my old local school, St Philip's Christian College, they'll be holding their annual Gosford spring fair. It will include art, fashion, craft, stalls, rides and entertainment—with camel rides being one of the fair's newest attractions. It's certainly not something I remember during my time at school there. But I don't think there are too many opportunities to ride a camel on the Central Coast, so I'm sure it will be a great attraction. This is anticipated to be one of St Philip's biggest events for the year. The fair wouldn't be possible without the contributions of everyone from the school and the wider community. I'm looking forward to attending again this year in what I am sure will be another huge success for the school. This weekend is also important for another local school, with Chertsey Primary School in Springfield celebrating their 50th anniversary with a huge celebration. The celebration of the school's history will be a coming together of Chertsey's past and present students with a full day of activities and sharing of memories. I'd like to thank Naomi Gay, Nada Potter and the 50th anniversary committee for inviting me to their special event. I look forward to joining them at the official opening of these festivities and taking my kids along to the fair afterwards. These school fairs take a lot work from everyone involved and really need the work of the principal. They showcase how dedicated our local teachers are. I'd like to pay tribute, in the closing seconds, to our local teachers right across the Central Coast. I know many of them work day and night for their students, and their work goes far beyond the classroom. I particularly pay tribute to a teacher from my electorate, who was recently recognised for her contribution to the teaching profession. Natalie MacDonald, the newly appointed principal at Erina Heights Public School, was recognised as one of 10 lead teachers in New South Wales at the Highly Accomplished and Lead Teacher Awards. Natalie is just one example of the many, many teachers across the Central Coast who work so tirelessly and with such dedication for their students. I encourage everyone to get out this weekend, or over the coming weeks, and attend their local schools' fairs. I look forward to seeing you there. House adjourned at 20:00 Tuesday, 17 September 2019 The DEPUTY SPEAKER (Mrs Wicks) took the chair at 16:00.