I note, however, that a subequent speech from Ms Voltz included a number of misguided comments, including my approach to consulting those who run places of public worship. 

She also mistakenly described the Deputy Mayor Eddy Sarkis of our Council, as a "Liberal Councillor." He's not. She also asserted that the Deputy Mayor moved a motion to introduce "restrictive land use controls on houses of worship". In fact, when a motion was moved and Council debated and made a decision on land use controls, the Deputy Mayor was not even present in our Council chambers.

It's a shame that rather than speaking on issues, which are key to her electorate like housing, education or hospital upgrades, Ms Voltz chose to focus on my position on this issue.

We continue to have COVID-19 cases emerging across our Local Government Area so it's never been more important for us to ensure guidelines are followed by everyone, whether they be places of worship, business or local residents. It's about having a consistent approach for everyone.

I'd encourage any residents who have a view on this, to contact Ms Voltz's office by phone 02 9737 8822 or email auburn@parliament.nsw.gov.au

Late last year, Council received hundreds of complaints about trucks parking illegally. Many of these complaints related to trucks using on-street parking for extended periods of time in residential areas and creating safety issues. Council has issued over 1700 fines in recent months in response to complaints and as part of proactive monitoring activities.