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My Awesome Australian: Online exhibition

A Legend in the Shadow by Paige (8-11 years, VIC)

Drawing
A Legend in the Shadow
Ned Kelly was a person who did what he knew was right no matter the cost. He fighted along with his brother Dan Kelly, who unfortunately died in the fights. Ned Kelly may have made some mistakes in life, but who doesn’t? If Ned Kelly was alive today I would’ve loved to give him an award for his bravery and courage not just in the fight but throughout his whole life, because if you don’t stand up for yourself nothing will change.

My Awesome Australian

The Dame
The Dame by Sylus, Noah, Leeroy, Lucas, Xyon, Will, Mason, Tuquri
Gold eyed Mum
Gold eyed Mum by Lilly
Soccer Player
Soccer Player by Liam
Lovely Sister
Lovely Sister by Lincoln
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