Hennessy Catholic College Yearbook 2022

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Premier’s Anzac Memorial Scholarship (PAMS) Jorja O’Brien

The PAMS Family adventures have been fundamental in instilling an irreplaceable sense of commemoration by reminding us of what human beings have experienced to achieve a society fit for future generations. Every location and experience captured the essence of the ANZAC Spirit. Among multiple exceptional adventures, the PAMFam travelled to NSW Parliament House to meet with the Minister of Veteran Affairs, David Elliot. He discussed the necessity of Parliament and the legal system of Australia’s military in maintaining conversations and practises regarding “tradition, titles and history.” The Minister commended the soldiers for their “sacrifice, humour and service above self.” Their courage and discipline - not only on the battlefield - must never be forgotten. I n Darwin, we learnt about the bombings of 1942 and (being the 100th anniversary of such a

fundamental event that shaped our nation), we divulged deeply into such a topic. Darwin, though hot, was perhaps the most exciting and educational experience of the tour! I was eternally grateful for the opportunities we received during the two week trip. I will never forget the sacrifice soldiers have given so that we are able to live in relative peace, in comfort and learn in freedom. Jorja was selected as a recipient of the Premier’s Anzac Memorial

Scholarship in 2022. As part of the two-week tour, Jorja travelled to sites of historical significance in NSW, the ACT and Darwin. Premier Dominic Perrottet congratulated the scholarship recipients, who are being recognised for their “positive contributions to their local communities, their respect for the service and sacrifice of Australian Defence Force personnel and their passion for studying history.”

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