Year 5 really enjoyed making

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1 GIB GATE GATEWAY YEAR 5 Year 5 really enjoyed making picture books for the children in Preschool Transition and the Transition children really enjoyed listening to the stories and looking at the illustrations. Picture Amelia Vidler and Maya Basson Celia Stewart and Maya Basson Books Airlie Kinross and Eliza Hewson Andrea Tan and Lilith Parker Alexander Vertzayias, Brooke Long and Alexandra Cavanagh Arabella Simpson and Hannah Hiscocks Charlotte Condon and Alexander Vertzayias

2 GIB GATE GATEWAY YEAR 5 Emma Lambrechts and Emma Hassett Emily Ashbrook and Olvia Vertzayias Lucinda Macken and Emilie-Rose O Dwyer Jordan Shephard and Sienna Fuller Matilda Macqueen and Alexandra Cavanagh Hamish Tregenza, Lydia Jupp and Sean Dorney Eliza Middleton and Lulu Duck Dominic Uliana, Madeleine Conomos and Harrison Hartnell

3 GIB GATE GATEWAY YEAR 5 Michael Duck and Lulu Duck Sarah Hassett and Emilie-Rose O Dwyer Monique Turczynski and Hannah Hill Olivia Lalak and Emma Hassett Samuel Rewais Alexander Mazurkiewicz Will Duncan and Alexander Vertzayias Romeo Atra, Olivia Stone and Hamilton Saeck Rosanna Scanlan and Sienna Fuller Mitchell Wickham and Kirrily Wickham

4 GIB GATE GATEWAY Awesome Aussies & Bio Riddles 2009 Year 6

5 GIB GATE GATEWAY Sir Sidney Kidman Born in When I was 13 years old I ran away on my one-eyed horse, My future started to unfold. Farming was my first love, Although I made my name in trade. When drought came to the land, The farmers were dismayed. And so I took a chance, Purchasing farms for almost free. I owned 68 stations. Fortune was kind to me. Today I am remembered For the greatest cattle empire of all, Bigger then Great Britain. In history I stand tall. Who Am I? Simone Young Born in 1961, I had no dream of glory. My main education started in Sydney, In a lovely little school called Monte. In my later years at school, I studied piano and composition. I also succeeded in my work, Plus all my tests and tuition. In 1985, I started my career, Conducting in the Opera House, Began to free me of stage fear. Now I m doing what I love, Conducting every day. Across the seas and in my home land, My talent I display. By Adelaide Bailey By Alexandra Condon Adelaide Alexandra

6 GIB GATE GATEWAY Helena Kirsova Born in Copenhagen, I was the youngest child of My mother, Ingeborg, and my father, Sophus, Who were, oh, so very proud. At the age of sixteen, I ran away to Paris Against my parents will. Unfortunately, I didn t have enough money, So I had to cut my hair and sell it, To pay for ballet lessons. Once I d become a professional at ballet, I became a leading dancer, And when I toured Australia, I preferred it over Denmark. In 1940 I established a ballet school in Australia, And at the same time became a choreographer. At the age of 46 I retired, And travelled back to Europe, I had accomplished lots in my life, But it came to an end When I died of cancer, At the age of fifty-two. Hudson Fysh I grew up in Launceston, Tasmania, My schooling was a complete failure. Never did I know, My future would turn out like so. My younger life never mattered to me. In 1921 I advised John Flynn, But I thought this idea would end up in the bin, But he formed The Flying Doctor Service. In 1920, I started my company, My first million soon came to me. The name of my company stands for Queensland and Northern Territory Airline Services, And I also founded Tasman Empire Airways. I am the founder of a company, You still hear of nowadays, I have an animal starting with a K, On my planes wings, My initials are HF. By Annabelle Hay By Alexandra Roach Alexandra Annabelle

7 GIB GATE GATEWAY Hamilton Hume I was born in a place Not far from here. When I turned seventeen I explored new land, Enjoying the freedom And taking in the glory. I decided this was for me! I discovered the Murray And Darling Rivers And Lake Bathurst too, The Goulburn plains as well. All those explorations I did Added up to my number one goal- To be the best Explorer I could be! The year that I died was I had lived my life Long and true. I died in a place that I had discovered. Yass it is called, I remember it well. By Annika Sallie Ian Thorpe I could only just swim when I was seven But alas, I found it absolute heaven. When I was fourteen I was a great swimmer But everyone classified me as a beginner. I went of to the Olympics in Everyone had misunderstood I was actually really great. I ve been World Swimmer of the Year four times And haven t committed any crimes. I like to eat hash browns and space food sticks And I don t just swim for the kicks. When I was little I was in a swimming squad called the Jet Boats And after I was famous, I was sponsored by Uncle Toby s Oats. I have a charity called Fountain for Youth And I was one of the world s best swimmers And that s the truth. By Atalanta Mitchell Annika Atalanta

8 GIB GATE GATEWAY Sir Robert Menzies I came from Jeparit, Victoria, And was born in I became a political leader, And twice achieved the highest office in Australia. In 1963 I was knighted by Queen Elizabeth. I had a wife and 3 children, And I liked to walk and watch cricket. I retired from my job in 1966, When I was still in power, So I would be remembered by Australians As the best at my job. My great granddaughter is Beatrix Faulkner. By Beatrix Faulkner Sir Roden Cutler I was the bravest in my regiment. I repaired a telephone line Under heavy machine-gun fire. I fought off tanks on my own. Because of this feat I was awarded the Victoria Cross. But during this time, I was cut off from my group And was seriously wounded. It was 26 hours before they found me, By then my leg was so bad They had to amputate. I was medically discharged, And when I returned home I was elected as Governor of NSW. I served as Governor of NSW for fifteen years. I was the longest serving Governor of NSW. In Sydney in 2002, I died. By Benjamin England Beatrix Benjamin

9 GIB GATE GATEWAY Emily Kame Kngwarreye I was an aboriginal elder Living a traditional life In a community near Alice Springs. At the age of 78, I began painting My dreamtime stories. My painting was prolific, I let my mind go wild, And painted it all. My art sells for millions, Making aboriginal art famous Throughout the world. Who am I? By Billie Coupland Cate Blanchett Born in 1969, In Melbourne, Australia. From just a normal family I never expected fame. I had a hard childhood as my dad died when I was ten, But I picked myself up and started again, I passed school with flying grades, But not wanting to settle on a career, I pulled out of uni to travel. I trained at NIDA, And now I am an actress, And the artistic director of the Sydney Theatre Company. I have starred in many movies Such as Queen Elizabeth 1 st. For which I won an Oscar. By Caitlyn Bellis Billie Caitlyn

10 GIB GATE GATEWAY Peter Sculthorpe I was born in 1929, in Launceston. I started piano and composition at age 7. I was educated at Launceston Grammar School Where I received a Bachelor s Degree from Melbourne University, I also studied music at Oxford University. In 1955 a breakthrough came when my piano piece, Sonatina, Won a music festival in Baden-Baden, My father died in 1961, In the early 1970 s I was engaged to Anne Boyd, But we broke off the engagement because we both agreed That one composer in a household was enough, I recently celebrated my eightieth birthday. Who Am I? By Cirwun Brittain Rev. John Flynn In 1880 I was born. My mum died in childbirth and so did my sibling. Then my family was torn apart We reunited at Snake Gully, near Ballarat I was the third child and second son. I enrolled to be a minister at Ormond College And at the same time I published the book, The Bushman s Companion. I brought communication and pastoral care to people in the outback. The business I founded was the Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia. All my stations were put in place so people could communicate with the base, But I didn t know how I would pay for them. I married my wife in 1931 and I died in My wife carried on my business until she died in I am buried in Alice Springs And my initials are JF. By Claudia Graves Cirwun Claudia

11 GIB GATE GATEWAY Collette Dinnigan Born in 1965, I was the first Australian to launch a Ready to Wear collection in Paris. I have a daughter called Estella. I graduated from Wellington Polytechnic in I worked for the ABC s costume department in Sydney. I have been in the fashion business for nineteen years. I almost got attacked by a shark when I was eight. I have two pet cats. I live in the eastern suburbs of Sydney. My passion is art and photography. I eat no red meat. I have a lingerie range titled Wild Hearts. Elle MacPherson I grew up in Killara, In a normal family of 5. I was spotted by an agency, And I started modelling at 17. I became Australia s first supermodel, Almost 30 years ago. I ve also been in movies, And I have a successful lingerie line company, I made a guest appearance in Friends in By Georgina Campbell By Ellie Gaff Ellie Georgina

12 GIB GATE GATEWAY Cathy Freeman In Mackay I was born In I was always a fast runner And ran with lots of glee. I continued with my trainers, I ran at a speedy pace, I ran in competitions And won many a race. 200 and 400 metres Were the distances I liked best, But the Olympic Games in Sydney Were my biggest test. A wonderful moment for me Was lighting the Olympic flame, But a gold medal in the 400 Bought me lots of fame. I ran a lap in victory The aboriginal flag held up high I m proud of my culture. Now, Who am I! Weary Dunlop I was born in a town called Wangaratta, I was strong and tall and was great at sport, I played for the Wallabies. In 1934 got a medical degree from Melbourne University. During WWII I joined the Australian Army. Captured by the Japanese, I was forced to build a railway from Burma to Thailand. I saved many lives while I was prisoner of war And never gave up hope. In 1988, I was named As one of the two hundred greatest Australians. By Jonathan Chambers By Isabella Lalak Isabella Jonathan

13 GIB GATE GATEWAY Florence Broadhurst When I was just a little girl, I knew how to tap, I took my talents to Shanghai. They showed me how to rhyme and they showed me how to dance. I quit that job as soon as possible, And moved on with a lovely man to London. London was great. It was the place to be But I had to go back to Australia, It was the place for me, I shipped my son to boarding school When he was only three, I know it sounds rough But it was the right thing for me. My designing label was such a great success, It s still popular today. But people still know me for my gruesome death. I died in 1977, Born in 1899, Bludgeoned fiercely and fatally, Until I broke my spine. Who Am I? Johnny O Keefe Born in 1935, Only eleven days after Elvis, I was destined to be a Rock n Roller. I had a sister, Anne, and a brother, Barry. Our parents were Ray and Thelma. While at school, I was always close to getting DUX. With the Dee Jays I brought rock music to Australia. I turned professional with the Dee Jays in 57. This made us Australia s first Rock n Rollers. I played jazz, and then the blues, I also impersonated Johnnie Ray. Adults were shocked by my music. In 58 I released The Wild One. A year later I released Shout. I took over the Six O clock Rock TV Show. In 78 I sadly passed away. By Julia McGrath By Julia Cavanagh Julia Julia

14 GIB GATE GATEWAY Margaret Fulton I was born in the Scottish town of Nairn But I moved to Glen Innes at the age of three. At the house of a friendly aristocrat I knew what my career would be. I worked for the Gas Company And left that job to get married. Woman s Day brought me fame. My articles were what Australians would read. My cookbooks sold millions of copies And are still popular today. I am the first Australian celebrity chef And will soon be celebrating my 85 th birthday. By Livija Berzins Meryl Tankard Born in 1955, I started as a dancer. Then I travelled to Europe, And became a choreographer. I am a famous for many of my dances, Including creating one for the Opening Ceremony, For the Olympics, I have choreographed many musicals, And one full length ballet, One of my works is about to shown, In the Spring Dance Festival By Madeleine Thomas Livija Madeleine

15 GIB GATE GATEWAY Romaldo Giurgola I lived in New York for 35 years, Although I was born in Rome. But now I live in Canberra, Where I ve finally found my true home. Nowadays I m not working, I m 80 and retired. My building are found throughout the world, Many awards I have acquired. Opened in 1988, My most widely known creation, Is the new Parliament House in Canberra, The peak of my architectural occupation. I was born in 1920 in Rome, But now Australia is my home. Nugget Coombs My dad was a stationmaster, That s how he spent his days, Working in Kalamunda, In country WA. I worked as a teacher for a while, Whilst studying for an Arts Degree, And then a Masters in Economics, In Central Banking, I gained my PhD. I was Governor of the Reserve Bank I formed the ANU, I founded the Elizabethan Theatre Trust, And helped the Aboriginal people too. By Michael Zawal By Marcus Schmidt Marcus Michael

16 GIB GATE GATEWAY Sir Donald Bradman Born in 1908 And raised in our very own Bowral, I was the greatest batsman in the history of my sport. I went on to score the first quadruple century. I became captain of the so-called Invincibles. My baggy was my pride. When I wasn t playing cricket, I worked as a journalist. I married my childhood sweetheart, Jessie Watman. I played in the harsh Bodyline ashes series And never unsettled anyone but my opposition. In my last innings I only needed four runs To break the benchmark but got out for nought. I retired from cricket at the age of 47. For the rest of my life I worked as a stock broker. In 1979 I was awarded an Order of Australia medal. I retired in Adelaide where I died at the age of 93. By Nicholas Crowley Sir Henry Parkes Born a public speaker, I was never lost for lines. I brought up Federation. In I planted a tree in Berrima And had a town named after me, But I never saw Federation. Unfortunately. I introduced public schools So poor families learned. Though during my life, I tended to spend much more than I earned. I owned the Empire Newspaper At one stage of my life. I had thirteen children And more than one wife. I was a respected politician In my tailcoat and hat, I introduced hospitals But I didn t do only that. I migrated to Australia. When I was just a boy, I supported Federation, But opposers I did annoy. I was the Father of Federation, I made Australia a nation. By Olivia Battcock Nicholas Olivia

17 GIB GATE GATEWAY Dr Andy Thomas Born in Adelaide, in I am still alive. I was always interested in space, And set out to achieve my dream. After only one year of training at NASA. I became an astronaut. I had my first space flight aboard the Endeavour. I then achieved a further 12 flights, I spent five months on a Russian space station And had to learn fluent Russian. кто я in Russian. By Robert O Brien Professor Graeme Clark Inspired by Louis Pasteur s vaccinations and by my father, My invention helped people to hear. Born on 16th August 1935, I grew up in Camden, NSW. I went to Scot s as a boarder, And played sport as a normal kid. I first studied medicine at Sydney University And then went onto studying Speech Science. I finished University and got my PhD, I graduated in Then went on to become an Ear, Nose and Throat Doctor. I have received many awards for my invention. My invention is used in more than 80 countries. By Ryan Tan Robert Ryan

18 GIB GATE GATEWAY Matthew Flinders I was a Master at navigation, I had an exemplary education, And sailing was my true motivation. I circumnavigated Australia And mapped the coast without failure. I christened our country its current name Whilst exploring the unknown and gathering fame. And then I came across Bass Strait With my fellow sailing mate. By Sally Montgomery James Morrison I was born in 1961 in Sydney, I am still very much alive. At the age of nine, I started in my first band, This helped to launch my career. I travel overseas to play in Jazz festivals. I am now a host on Top Gear Australia. I live in Melbourne where I play my trumpet I have played my trumpet At the Sydney Opera house many times. I have a wife and 2 children, By Sebastian Kemsley Sally Sebastian

19 GIB GATE GATEWAY Crown Princess Mary Born in 1972, Just a normal Aussie girl. Now I wear a sash of blue, To show that I m a royal. I went to university To get a qualification. I succeeded in Commerce and Law, Advertising became my vocation. At the 2000 Olympics, I met the man I adore. We were engaged three years later And married in I use my fame wisely, I created a foundation In order to help my people, Prevent social isolation. I now have two beautiful children And am happily a Prince s wife. I am still an Aussie in my heart But live a Danish life. By Sophie Leicester General Peter Cosgrove I am a man of my word, A real Aussie bloke were the years I loved, The trigger and the bang were music to my ears. I was born in Sydney. I only left Australia to serve my country. I was awarded the Military Cross For leading an attack on enemy positions in Vietnam. Leading INTERFET was a dream, Doing what I loved, most months of the year. In 2001 I became a real Awesome Aussie When I was made Australian of the Year. In 2002 I became a national figure. I was the Chief of the Australian Defence Forces. In 2005 my son was slightly wounded in Iraq. After retiring from the army I joined the board of QANTAS. Who Am I? By William Eustace Sophie William