Ms JODIE HARRISON (Charlestown—Minister for Women, Minister for Seniors, and Minister for the Prevention of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault)—It's a pleasure to celebrate the achievements of Erin James, an exceptional talent from Eleebana whose journey in the performing arts has taken her across Australia's most iconic stages. Erin's love for performing began early, starting with tap dancing lessons as a young child. In the 1990s, she joined Newcastle's Young People's Theatre, where she began to refine her craft. Since then, Erin has forged a remarkable career both onstage and behind the scenes, with credits including Les Misérables, Cabaret, CATS and Little Women. This year, we're proud to welcome Erin back to the Hunter as she directs the Very Popular Theatre Company's production of Mamma Mia! at the Civic Theatre. Her return is not only a homecoming but a celebration of local talent making waves on the national stage. Erin's story is a wonderful reminder of how early experiences in local theatre can shape lifelong careers and inspire the next generation of performers. Her journey shows just how much potential lies within our communities. We are incredibly fortunate to have artists like Erin enriching the cultural life of our region, and we wish her every success in this next exciting chapter.

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