Today I stand before you to pay tribute to a remarkable individual whose presence left an indelible mark on our community in Chisholm. Stephen Greene, a beloved local, dedicated himself wholeheartedly to the Waverley Blues Football Netball Club, enriching the lives of its members and supporters over many memorable years. Sadly, Stephen recently passed away.

Stephen embodied the true essence of a volunteer in our community. The stories that have emerged since his passing have been extraordinary. From his active participation as a player, junior coach, game-day medical trainer, goal umpire and list manager to his invaluable role as head recruiter and committee member, Stephen was the epitome of a great clubman. He remained an integral part of the club, with the Waverley Blues considering him part of the furniture and someone who was always ready to lend a helping hand whenever the need arose.

His absence will be felt deeply by all those who had the privilege of knowing him. Earlier this month the Waverley Blues open-age teams, players and officials wore 'Greene' armbands as a mark of respect for Stephen Greene. I extend my sincere condolences to the entire Waverley Blues community and specifically to his family, including his wife, Briony; his children, Amy, Adam and Tom; his father, Joey; and his mother, Dianne; along with his extended family and friends, during this difficult time.