Ms JODIE HARRISON (Charlestown—Minister for Women, Minister for Seniors, and Minister for the Prevention of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault)—My constituent, Professor Matt Dun is a hero. This word can sometimes be used loosely but Matt truly encapsulates someone who is courageous and has nobility of character. Matt and his wife Phoebe suffered the cruellest of agonies when their daughter Josephine passed away aged four. Josephine was diagnosed with Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma [DIPG], and she leaves a profound legacy because Matt has dedicated his professional life to finding a cure for DIPG and improve the survival for children and today his work will be recognised when he receives the Australian Society for Medical Research Medal at the National Press Club. Matt leads a team of twenty researchers at the Hunter Medical Research Institute who are analysing DIPG tumours to pinpoint disease subtypes and further refine treatments, and I recognise all who are involved in and supporting Matt in this groundbreaking medical work. The Medal from the Australian Society for Medical Research is a prestigious recognition of Matt by his peers, and on behalf of the people of Charlestown I warmly congratulate him and wish him continued success in his work.

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