CityLife Magazine Second Quarter 2020

CityLife FEATURE
1. Over the years what is the one thing you have come to
appreciate about the city of Cairns?
Cairns is unique in many ways but I firmly believe it is our laidback
attitude that sets us apart from other cities across the nation.
But hands down the one thing I have always appreciated about our
city is its residents. The community spirit and sense of mateship
across our region is alive and well. We are always there for each
other irrespective of our own personal circumstances. We have
seen it time and time again and it never ceases to amaze me – our
people make our city and it is something we should all be extremely
proud of.
2. The region has experienced many tough times
throughout the years, but none quite like we are
experiencing now. What is one message you would like
to give to the people of Cairns at this uncertain time?
Be kind to each other because irrespective of who you are, your
background or personal circumstances, we are all in this together.
3. Leaders like yourself have united to fight for the region
in what are unprecedented times – what role are you and
your organisation playing in all of this?
The Hon. Warren Entsch MP
Federal Member for Leichhardt
“ Be kind to each
other because
irrespective of
who you are,
your background
or personal
circumstances,
we are all in this
together.”
My office and staff you could say is well and truly at the coalface of
this global health crisis. The calls and emails start from sunrise and
continue on well after sunset, seven days a week. Each and every
inquiry is unique and different.
My staff have done an amazing job keeping the community
informed, responding to each and every email and ensuring no
call goes unanswered. I am immensely proud of the work they are
doing, it is certainly not easy, but they help everyone to the very
best of their ability.
You have to remember, they have lives and families as well, they are
certainly not immune to the effects of coronavirus.
4. While there are many negatives about the current
situation we all find ourselves in – what is one thing you
are looking forward to doing while in isolation?
It is a safe to say that our life before this pandemic was run at
a million miles an hour. Sometimes we overlooked ourselves and
those close to us. I love coming home each day and hearing the
neighbourhood kids playing and laughing in their backyards, it is
something I haven’t heard for a very long time and it does bring a
smile to my face.
Personally, for me, I have enjoyed spending more time with my
beautiful wife Yolonde and my family … but I am sure if you ask
her you might get a very different answer!
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