Special Olympic Moments # 1

There are many special moments that make up an Olympic Games but what just occurred at the end of the 800 metres final for men, to me defines what the games are about.

To me it said, I am your opposition, but most of all I am your friend.

When Bungei of Kenya just won the 800 metres he used every last bit of energy to remain ahead of Ismael of Sudan. After the race Bungei laid on the track to catch his breath and for a moment seemed quite distressed.

Ismael, gracious in defeat, came over to Bungei to speak with him, then helped Bungei to his feet with his arm wrapped around him. It was almost as if to say, I am sorry I had to push you so hard.

To me that's what the games are all about. Enemies in battle with their own limitations, and with each other, but friends forever.

Sydney World Expo Bid Still Alive ?

A recent article in the Fairfax papers contained one very interesting paragraph.

"From abroad, NSW is considering a bid for the 2020 World Expo,
according to a spokeswoman for Ian Macdonald, the Minister for
State Development. But then, last year Sydney sought to bid for the
right to host the 2012 expo — and lost."

Could it be that major events are still on the agenda in Macquarie Street ?

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Sydneysiders to Welcome World Youth Day Pilgrims

Sydneysiders are being asked to help host the thousands of young people expected to attend World Youth Day in July 2008 (WYD08).

With exactly one year to go until the Opening Mass of World Youth Day to be celebrated by Cardinal George Pell with bishops and priests from all over the world - organisers today opened registrations for HomeStay, a program in which Sydney homeowners host two or more
visiting pilgrims from overseas or outside Sydney.

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Lunch at the Athenian

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The Spirit of Sydney group celebrated another successful lunch today with guest speakers, Rosemary Owens, and Daniel Beniston.

Rosemary spoke of her extensive experience as a technical official and volunteer with Athletics Australia. Rosemary has travelled the world and relayed to us, her wonderful experiences.

Daniel spoke about his recent trip to Beijing and his enthusiasm for all things Olympic.

Our next meeting is on September 15th, the 7th Anniversary of the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games.

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Vancouver 2010 News

We've started reporting news from Vancouver for the 2010 Winter Olympic Games. Just in case anyone is interested. It's sure to be a wonderful event.

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World Masters Games - Newsletter Update

The 2009 World Masters Games are coming to Sydney. Be sure to visit www.worldmasters2009.com to sign up for the newsletter and be informed about this exciting event.

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International Aids Society Conference

The 4th IAS Conference on HIV Pathogenesis, Treatment and Prevention (IAS 2007) is being organized by the International AIDS Society (IAS) and the Australasian Society of HIV Medicine (ASHM).

If you'd like to be a part of this event please visit their website at www.ias2007.org