Dau Akueng and Chol Achiek
Luba GRIGOROVITCH (Kororoit) (10:14): I speak today with a heavy heart as our community mourns the loss of two young lives in Cobblebank on Saturday. This tragedy has deeply shaken our community, and on behalf of the electorates of Melton and Kororoit and the constituents which I represent and everyone here today, I extend my deepest condolences and support to the families, the loved ones, who are facing this unimaginable pain. No words can ease their suffering, but I want them to know that they are not alone and that the whole community stands with them in this time of sorrow. As I stand here today, I honour and cherish the memories of 12-year-old Chol and 15-year-old Dau. Dau was a much loved and talented basketballer and was quite the young leader. Chol was known as a bright and funny young man who looked after everybody that he met. Their deaths have left a void that cannot be filled. But I want to make it known that we will not rest until justice is served. The authorities are actively investigating, and I have full faith that those responsible for this senseless act will be found and held accountable. Their families and loved ones will get the closure that they deserve. May both boys rest in peace.