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The Member for Davidson Jonathan O’Dea said he is pleased there has been a victory for the local community in this year’s budget following his recent representations to the Minister for Transport over easy access at Lindfield and other local railway stations.

Inaugural Speech - 30 May 2007

Tradition, Mr Speaker, is seeping through the walls of this green Chamber, filling the air.  With a great sense of occasion and tradition I welcome those in the gallery as they, in a sense, welcome me to their NSW Parliament.  In accordance with a tradition as old as this green Chamber itself, I am delighted to deliver my inaugural speech as Member for Davidson.  I follow periods of admirable service from previous Members Healey, Metherell and Humpherson.  I also formally acknowledge that this Parliament sits on the traditional land of the Gadigal people of the Eora nation.  We are all but custodians.

Jonathan O’Dea, Liberal candidate for Davidson, was so moved after hearing of the recent call to action from the Australian Red Cross Blood Service (ARCBS) that he immediately set up an appointment to give blood.

“I used to give blood, but my appointments became more and more infrequent until I hadn't been for a while.

This week Liberal Candidate for Davidson, Jonathan O'Dea, and supporters have been campaigning at local shopping centres.

"I have been keen to meet as many local shoppers and shop owners as possible to introduce myself and listen to their concerns", Jonathan O'Dea said.