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  • President prays for bushman

    09/05/2006 4:46:46 PM PDT · by Aussie Dasher · 14 replies · 770+ views
    Herald Sun ^ | 6 September 2006
    US PRESIDENT George W. Bush yesterday led a wave of tributes to Steve Irwin as details emerged about the freak accident that led to the Crocodile Hunter's death. A White House spokesman said the President had been saddened by Irwin's death. Mr Bush met him in October 2003 at a barbecue at The Lodge with Prime Minister John Howard. The spokesman said Mr Bush was praying for Irwin's widow, Terri, and children, Bindi and Bob. "The President and Mrs Bush are saddened by the news of his passing and their prayers are with his wife and two young children," the...
  • Irwin brought joy to millions: PM (John Howard)

    09/04/2006 12:17:24 AM PDT · by Aussie Dasher · 39 replies · 1,575+ views
    news.com.au ^ | 4 September 2006
    <p>CROCODILE Hunter Steve Irwin was a typical Australian larrikin who brought joy to millions of people around the world, Prime Minister John Howard said today.</p> <p>Mr Irwin, 44, died while filming a documentary in far north Queensland.</p> <p>The Australia Zoo owner and international television star was killed by a stingray barb that pierced his chest while he was diving off Port Douglas.</p>