Judith Gargosky

Ms JENNY AITCHISON (Maitland—Minister for Regional Transport and Roads)—Congratulations to Judith Gargosky, who have been nominated in the 2024 Maitland Local Woman of the Year Awards. Judith began volunteering as a firefighter with the Country Fire Authority South Morang Fire Brigade in 1995, working in CFA Headquarters during the fire season. During her second stint in the RAAF, Judith began a Bachelor of Nursing in 2008 upon return from Middle East deployment. She worked as an assistant-in-nursing on weekends for hands on experience as she continued full-time service. Unfortunately, midway through her degree in 2011, she was struck down with an autoimmune illness, Lupus and PTSD and was unable to complete her degree. Judith then undertook training as a Compensation Advocate Level 1 volunteer with East Maitland RSL sub-branch. She provides assistance to current and retired veterans and war widows in numerous areas including claims and records and also visits Maitland Private Hospital, to help any veterans that are in hospital and want assistance. In February 2023 Judith was elected Honorary Secretary for East Maitland RSL sub-branch. Thank you Judith for your dedication to the community of Maitland.