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around the country, giving me the opportunity to spend time in Perth, Mandurah and the surrounding communities. During my visit, I toured a range of existing properties and new developments, including our new homes in Falcon, which will soon welcome their first residents. Seeing both established communities and future projects provided a valuable insight into how we continue to grow and respond to housing needs across the regions. I was also pleased to return to WA for the official opening of our new East Perth office. The occasion included a moving talk from Trish, chair of our WA resident advisory committee and an exhibition showcasing artwork created by residents. It was wonderful to welcome our partner organisations and the Hon. John Carey MLA, Minister for Housing and Works, to celebrate the occasion. A particular highlight was hearing directly from resident artists who shared their creativity, personal stories and reflections on the role housing, community and art have played
in their lives. It was a privilege to hear these experiences and celebrate the talents within our resident community. Going forward my focus is on listening, learning and building on the strong foundations already in place. I look forward to meeting many more residents in the months ahead and continuing to strengthen the communities we're proud to support. Thank you for the warm welcome I've received across the country so far. I look forward to meeting many more residents and continuing to build on the strong communities that make Housing Choices so special. Warm regards, Leilani Frew Chief Executive Officer Above left: Leilani at our East Perth Office Opening with advisory committee Chair Trish, HCA Board Chair Rebecca (L) and Hon John Carey MLA, Ministor for Housing and Works (R). Above right: Leilani visiting our new development in Falcon with HCA staff.
Having joined Housing Choices Australia as CEO in June, I wanted to take this opportunity to introduce myself and say hello to residents across our communities in this Winter edition of Home Stories . Since joining Housing Choices Australia, I've been fortunate to visit many of our communities across Australia. Here are a few highlights from those visits. The highlight of these early months has definitely been the conversations I've had with residents. Hearing your stories, experiences and ideas has given me valuable insight into what matters most and has reinforced why the work we do is so important. Western Australia was one of my first stops as I travelled
Acknowledgement of Country In the spirit of reconciliation Housing Choices WA acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Noongar boodja (land) where we are based. We acknowledge their connections to land, sea and community and pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
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