MEG PURSER

Ms JODIE HARRISON (Charlestown)—Today I'd like to acknowledge 2021 Charlestown Woman of the Year, Meg Purser. Meg, who passed away in January after a short battle with breast cancer, was an extraordinary woman. As a public relations professional she stayed quietly behind the scenes, but she did so much work to benefit our community. On International Women's Day I presented the local Woman of the Year certificate to Meg's husband Scott, her parents Bob and Noleen, and several of her employees and spent some time with them listening to stories of Meg's work and legacy. Meg was on the board of, and part of the organisation of, several charities and not for profit organisations. She did a huge amount to mentor young people looking to enter the PR profession. She sought out, recognised and encouraged talent. I was told she was the best in the business at connecting people, and worked to build mutually beneficial relationships between organisations. I only wish the award had not been presented posthumously—but I cannot think of a more worthy recipient.

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