19th JUNE 2024 - LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY - NSW PARLIAMENT

Ms LIZA BUTLER (South Coast) (20:28): I inform the House of the recent passing of Franco Palmieri of Milton. Franco was a great family man, a local serving volunteer of the Ulladulla State Emergency Service and a member of the Milton Ulladulla Men's Shed. Franco was born in Italy but moved to Australia in 1973 with his wife, Susan. They eventually settled in Milton, where Franco had a successful career in hospitality at the Mollymook Golf Club. Franco had a passion for food and cooking and saw it as a way to connect with people and share his love of family, friends and community. Eight years ago, Franco became a member of the Ulladulla SES and was always onsite preparing meals for the team, day or night.

In recognition of Franco's contribution to the SES, last year Franco was recognised at the Shoalhaven State Emergency Services Awards ceremony as the winner of the SES division. At Franco's funeral SES commander Inspector Tracy Provest presented the family with Franco's helmet and a NSW State Emergency Service flag. Franco will be remembered for his devotion to his family, his passion for cooking and his community spirit. Vale, Franco Palmieri.