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Mrs PEULICH (South Eastern Metropolitan) -- As a former teacher and the shadow parliamentary secretary for education, I had the great pleasure of representing Martin Dixon, our shadow Minister for Education in the Assembly, on the occasion of the Victorian teacher of the year 2008 finalists awards, which were sponsored by the Herald Sun, amongst others, at the MCG on 29 August. It was an enjoyable occasion which showcased some of our most inspiring teachers and some of our best schools and the work they do for Victorian students and school communities. On behalf of the coalition, I would like to congratulate each of the nominees and the finalists, and the Herald Sun for the initiative.

There are 9 categories, 9 awards and 34 nominees.

Some of the winners include: primary principal Rosie Romano of Baringa Specialist School in Moe; Marina Zakryszka, who won the primary individual award, of Kismet Park Primary School; St Arnaud Primary School was a winner; Rebekah Petersen of Mahogany Rise Primary School in Frankston North; Robyna Cozens of Bowerbird Preschool, who was the preschool teacher of the year; secondary principal Paul Tobias of St Josephs College Geelong; Carol Monson of Warragul Regional College; Carrum Downs Secondary College in Carrum Downs won the secondary school innovation award; and Nick Creed of Mount Waverley Secondary College won the secondary graduate award.

There were, however, many inspirational stories; they certainly moved each and every one of us. Each nominee deserved to be a winner, which they were. In particular I would like to pay tribute to those who serve as an inspiration to all of us -- --

The ACTING PRESIDENT (Mr Pakula) -- Order! The member's time has expired.

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