The students of Mackay West State School had the honour of hosting a momentous occasion this week, as an official Australian Flag, previously flown over Parliament House in Canberra, was brought to the school by the Speaker of the House, the Hon.Milton Dick, as part of the Parliament in Schools program and National Flag Roadshow.
This national initiative was made even more special with the visit marking the first time a Speaker has visited the electorate of Dawson. The visit was proudly facilitated by Federal Member for Dawson, Andrew Willcox, who expressed his deep pride in welcoming such a significant event to the region.
“Having the Speaker of the House here in Dawson for the first time ever, is something I’m incredibly proud of,” said Mr Willcox. “It’s a great opportunity for our young people to connect to our democratic process, and this visit has done just that.”
During the visit, students took part in a fun yet educational mock division of Parliament, debating one of Australia's most pressing questions, ‘should pineapple go on pizza?’
After an official vote, the chamber ruled – no pineapple.
The students were then move outside to get up close to the giant Australian Flag, the size of a double decker bus.
Mr Willcox said he hoped this would be the first of many such visits to the region and has already extended a second invitation to the Speaker.
“Our kids deserve to see and experience what democracy looks like, no matter where they live. Today was about bringing a little taste of Parliament to them, and I think we’ve inspired the next generation of leaders right here in Mackay.”
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