On your mark get set buy!

Article Abstract:

Sydney Olympic Games organizers are launching an advertising campaign in hopes of selling tickets for the sporting events. The advertising campaign is as a result of some concerns that Australian feel they cannot afford to attend these games. Despite corruption allegations involving International Olympic Committee members, organizers hope former Australian cricket captain Mark Taylor's image will jump start ticket sales.

Author: Lee, Jane-Anne
Advertising

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Dream time

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Some of the triumphs and disappointments of the first ten days of the Olympic Games 2000, held in Sydney, Australia, are described, including the departure of runner Marie-Jose Perec and the performance of Eric "the eel" Moussambani.

Author: Lee, Jane-Anne
Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Sports, Athletes

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Different strokers

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Many new young swimmers will be competing in the national swimming championships in Hobart, Australia in March 2001, including the teenager Leisel Jones, who is determined to succeed despite competitive pressure.

Author: Lee, Jane-Anne
Methods, Australia, Swimmers, Jones, Leisel

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Subjects list: 2000 AD, Olympics, Competitions, Swimming
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