Colin Brooks, Bundoora MLA

Bundoora MLA Colin Brooks had thoughts for two special groups in last Thursday’s sitting of State Parliament.

“I would to like to make a few comments around the tragic explosion in the port of Beirut on August 4 that killed more than 200 people and injured many more,” Mr Brooks said.

“On behalf of the house, I suggest that our thoughts are with the Lebanese people and the LebaneseAustralian community here in Victoria.

“I also want to acknowledge the 75th anniversary of the end of the Second World War for Australia – Victory in the Pacific Day – on August 15.

“We acknowledge the contribution of the nearly one million Australian men and women who served and the 39 000 that paid the ultimate price.

“I ask members to stand in silence for a few moments to reflect on those two tragic events,” Mr Brooks said.