I’m Rebekha Sharkie, your independent voice for Mayo.

I’ve lived here for decades – it’s where I raised my children and where my husband runs a small construction business. When I speak in Canberra, I speak as your neighbour.

I work every day to make sure Mayo’s voice is heard on the issues that matter most to our community.

South Australia’s harmful algal bloom

This ongoing environmental crisis is hurting SA. Since being first identified in March, the bloom has continued through the winter and as temperatures heat up, I am concerned about the ongoing effects.

We’ve seen a devastating impact on marine life. The health of some residents has been adversely affected. Local businesses are feeling the financial consequences. Many coastal communities are doing it tough.

I welcome the more than $100 million in financial support from the State and Federal Governments for the environment, science, industry, business and local communities.

I want to remind everyone, that there are many areas of our coast that remain unaffected.  As the bloom continues, I encourage people to head to our coastal towns and support them as much as possible.

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“Light will win �

“Light will win – a gathering of unity and remembrance”.

This is the theme for today’s National Day of Mourning for the 15 innocent victims of the Bondi Beach terrorist attack.
On behalf of my Mayo community, deepest sympathies to the families, friends and loved ones of the victims.
What should have been a celebration of light, became one of Australia’s darkest days.
My condolences also to Australia’s Jewish Community.
As a symbol of remembrance, mourning and solidarity, we’re encouraged to leave a candle at the doorstep or window.
At 7.01pm AEDT, you may wish to observe a minute of silence.
Our Australian Jewish community is also asking that we all undertake a Mitzvah – and act of kindness, compassion and moral responsibility to honour the 15 lives lost.

Let today be one of kindness, unity and remembrance.
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4 days ago
This is community at

This is community at its best. This weekend's "Riding out the Bloom" event aims to bring people together, support local sporting clubs and community groups and raise funds to reinvest into Goolwa.
With fantastic artists, food and atmosphere, it's going to be a great celebration.
The weather is looking perfect and there are still tickets available!
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2 weeks ago
The Strath Neighbour

The Strath Neighbourhood Centre Inc. provides valuable support to the local community. I recently visited, along with my team member Michael, to drop off a collection of food items from our office.
We hope our contribution helps families who may need emergency food supplies.
The Centre is a welcoming space for people experiencing hardship, disadvantage and loneliness and our community is grateful.
📸Mikaela (social worker), Michael (from my team), Jackie (chair) and Mal (manager)
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2 weeks ago

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