Ms BYRNES (Cunningham) (16:04): Mr Wyn Janssen has dedicated nearly three decades to improving aged-care services in our region, and he has just concluded his remarkable tenure as chair of Warrigal. Since joining the board in 1997, Wyn has transformed Warrigal into one of Australia's leading aged-care providers. Under his leadership, Warrigal has grown from serving 727 residents to supporting more than 4,500 older Australians through residential care, community villages, home services and social programs. The organisation expanded from 438 staff to over 2,000 employees and 525 volunteers, operating across the Illawarra, Southern Highlands, Queanbeyan and the ACT.

Financially, Wyn guided Warrigal from a deficit position to a robust organisation, with revenues exceeding $335 million. His commitment to excellence has seen Warrigal recognised nationally, including as Employer of Choice for Women for nine consecutive years and twice as National Aged Care Provider of the Year. In 2024, Warrigal achieved a triple win at the Illawarra Business Awards, including as Business of the Year.

Wyn's legacy is one of compassion, innovation and community service. His decades of voluntary leadership have improved the lives of thousands of older Australians and their families. I thank Wyn Janssen for his extraordinary contribution