Constituency Statement: Jill Majkowycz

Tuesday 11 August 2026

I rise today to recognise Jill Majkowycz, a champion for people living with arthritis. Jill has devoted 35 years of her life to supporting people with arthritis through her involvement in the local Warilla-Shellharbour branch of the Arthritis Movement, which recently celebrated its 40th anniversary. The Arthritis Movement operates throughout New South Wales and Queensland and is dedicated to improving lives through innovative care, support and relentless advocacy for those impacted by arthritis.

Jill joined the Warilla-Shellharbour branch in 1991 and served as a committee member, and, from 2012, she served as president. Under Jill's leadership, the Warilla-Shellharbour branch has raised funds and sponsored events, including walkathons and camps, with a particular passion for supporting children and teenagers living with arthritis. Jill received a NSW Volunteer of the Year Award in 2024 for her tireless work for the community. Jill would want me to recognise those who she has worked closely with over the years. Her colleague Sheila Morris deserves a special mention given her 25 years of service, including as secretary of the Warilla-Shellharbour branch.

Arthritis affects thousands of people across my electorate of Whitlam, many of whom would be left alone to cope in isolation without Jill's selfless support. Thank you, Jill, on behalf of the people of Shellharbour and Warilla and the Whitlam electorate for your tireless service to our community.

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