The Hon. J.S. LEE (Deputy Leader of the Opposition) (00:47): I move:

That this Council—

1. Congratulates Nonna's Cucina for reaching a special milestone of their 25^th anniversary in 2024;

2. Recognises that Nonna's Cucina is a unique community-based meal service provider where all meals are prepared fresh daily by qualified chefs and a trained team, and these nutritional meals are delivered safely by culturally and linguistically friendly staff and volunteers to the doors and homes of the aged, people with disabilities and people who may have special needs, predominantly within the Italian community of South Australia;

3. Acknowledges the important work of founding members, current and past presidents, board members and volunteers of Nonna's Cucina for their hard work, dedication and contributions in delivering 25 years of outstanding community service in South Australia;

4. Commends Nonna's Cucina for working collaboratively with government agencies, corporate organisations and other multicultural community organisations to deliver meal services and support those in need to remain living in their own homes; and

5. Reflects on the many achievements of Nonna's Cucina over the past 25 years and recognises the impact of Nonna's Cucina and its contributions to enrich multicultural South Australia.

The Hon. J.S. LEE (Deputy Leader of the Opposition) (00:36): I move:

That this Council—

1. Congratulates Chinatown Adelaide South Australia (CASA) Inc. for achieving a special milestone of 20th anniversary;

2. Recognises that CASA’s annual Lunar New Year Street Party has become a flagship event that promotes Adelaide as an inclusive multicultural city that embraces cultural diversity and celebrations valued by Chinese, Asian and all communities in South Australia;

3. Commends the longstanding contributions made by founding members, current and past presidents, committee members and volunteers of CASA and thanks them for their dedication and hard work over the past 20 years; and

4. Recognises the strong collaboration of CASA with local Chinatown traders, business community, business precincts partners (including Central Market, Grote Street and Gouger Street precincts), community groups and other stakeholders to support initiatives and activities that promote Chinatown as a multicultural melting pot and popular destination for tourists, international students, migrants and our South Australian community.

Adjourned debate on motion of Hon. C. Bonaros:

That this Council—

1. Expresses its concern and dissatisfaction regarding the recent visit to Australia by Ersin Tatar, the leader of the self-proclaimed ‘Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’ (‘TRNC’), which constitutes the Turkish-occupied northern part of Cyprus;

2. Notes South Australia does not recognise the legitimacy of the TRNC;

3. Notes United Nations Security Council Resolutions 541 and 550 which call upon all states not to recognise the purported state of TRNC;

4. Recognises that as the first leader of this entity to visit Australia, the visit was not cause for celebration;

5. Recognises the distress felt by Australians of Cypriot and Greek heritage due to Ersin Tatar’s visit;

6. Acknowledges the historical suffering of many refugees who lost their homes, land, and possessions following the invasion of Northern Cyprus by Turkish forces in 1974;

7. Acknowledges the ongoing pain of those whose loved ones have been missing since the invasion;

8. Supports the communities affected by the historical events in Cyprus;

9. Notes the advice of the Federal Government to all Members of Parliament and State Governments to refrain from engaging or meeting with Ersin Tatar during his visit to Australia or otherwise; and

10. Calls on the State Government to clearly articulate its support for the Federal Government’s position of non-recognition of the TRNC.

(Continued from 19 June 2024.)

Adjourned debate on motion of Hon. T.A. Franks:

That this Council notes that South Australian band Electric Fields are the first duo to represent Australia at the Eurovision song contest and wishes them every success.

(Continued from 15 May 2024.)

The Hon. J.S. LEE (Deputy Leader of the Opposition) (17:51): I rise today on behalf of the Liberal Party to support the Hon. Tammy Franks' motion. It is wonderful to have the opportunity to acknowledge South Australian band Electric Fields and congratulate the fabulous duo, Zaachariaha Fielding and Michael Ross, for representing Australia at the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest.

Growing up in the neighbourhood of Payneham as a teenager, our family home was surrounded by European migrants, and they passionately introduced the colourful Eurovision program to our family in the 1970s.

The convergence of multilingual, multicultural and multitalented artists in spectacular, outlandish costumes, a fusion of traditional soulful ballads to modern electrical sounds on the magnificent special effects stage, are some of the hallmarks that make Eurovision perhaps the most eccentric song competition ever to continue to grace our screens.

The Hon. J.S. LEE (Deputy Leader of the Opposition) (16:01): I rise today with great sadness to join other Honourable Members to speak on a condolence motion for the Hon. Jennifer Cashmore AM.

I wish to convey my deepest condolences to Her Excellency the Governor of South Australia, family members, friends and all those who knew and loved Jennifer. I would like to take this opportunity today to pay tribute to the Hon. Jennifer Cashmore, who was a trailblazer of our state and our country.

The Hon. J.S. LEE (Deputy Leader of the Opposition) (15:43): I rise today with great sadness to support this condolence motion.

I would like to firstly convey my deepest condolences to Steele's loving wife, Joan, his six children, six grandchildren, other family Members and friends on the sad occasion of the passing of Mr Raymond Steele Hall at the age of 95. Known affectionately by his middle name, Steele Hall was a giant of South Australian politics and public life.

The Hon. J.S. LEE (Deputy Leader of the Opposition) (16:38): I move:

That this Council—

1. Recognises that the St Francis of Assisi Newton Parish celebrated its 70th anniversary in 2023 and notes a special publication will be released in 2024 to mark 70 years of legacy and achievements;
2. Acknowledges the important work of St Francis of Assisi Newton Parish in preserving Italian heritage, cultural traditions and religious beliefs;
3. Commends the significant positive social and cultural impacts that St Francis of Assisi Newton Parish has had on the local community by fostering religious, cultural ties and community links between Italy and Adelaide; and
4. Congratulates parish priests, community leaders and volunteers of St Francis of Assisi Newton Parish for their dedication and wonderful support to providing a sanctuary for the local community to gather on special occasions and for organising community events and celebrations which promote inter-culturalism and multiculturalism in South Australia.

The Hon. J.S. LEE (Deputy Leader of the Opposition) (16:38): I move:

That this Council—

1. Congratulates the Australia Sri Lanka Association (ASLA) for reaching a special milestone, their 50^thanniversary, in 2024;
2. Recognises that ASLA is a pioneering community organisation that has been serving the Sri Lankan-Australian community by providing valuable networks and platforms for community members to develop friendships, to exchange ideas and to share the rich traditions of Sri Lankan culture in Adelaide;
3. Acknowledges the important work of founding members, current and past presidents, committee members and volunteers of ASLA for their hard work, dedication and contributions in delivering 50 years of outstanding community service in South Australia;
4. Commends ASLA for working collaboratively with small businesses and food vendors to deliver the popular Sri Lankan Food and Cultural Day as a flagship event for over 10 years in Adelaide; and
5. Reflects on the many achievements of ASLA over five decades and recognises the impact of ASLA and its contributions to enrich multicultural South Australia.

Adjourned debate on motion of Hon. R.B. Martin:

That this Council—

1. Notes that 2024 marks the 55th year of the Zonta Club of Adelaide;
2. Recognises the significant contribution the Zonta Club has made to empowering the women of South Australia; and
3. Congratulates all those who have contributed to the work of the Zonta Club over the last 55 years.

(Continued from 10 April 2024.)

The Hon. J.S. LEE (Deputy Leader of the Opposition) (18:01): I move:

That this Council—

1. Congratulates Singapore Airlines for 40 years of successful operation in Adelaide;
2. Acknowledges Singapore Airlines as Adelaide’s longest serving international airline;
3. Recognises the significant impact Singapore Airlines has on the visitor economy, international students market, international trade and exports sector over the last 40 years;
4. Notes Singapore Airlines has played a pivotal role in South Australia’s COVID pandemic recovery and was one of the first international airlines to reintroduce flights in mid-2020 to help repatriate South Australians and to also transport South Australian exports to global markets; and
5. Commends Singapore Airlines for its long-term commitment to work in partnership with Adelaide Airport and recognises the airline’s important contributions to the tourism, transport and aviation sectors in South Australia.