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A Memorial for Steve Irwin was held today in his family owned zoo. The likes of Australian PM John Howard, Russell Crowe, Kevin Costner, Cameron Diaz, The Wiggles, Larry King, Justin Timberlake, Hugh Jackman, Wes Mannion, Peter Beattie all spoke at the memorial. There were also moving tributes from his daughter Bindi, and dad, Bob. His daughter Bindi said her own tribute from a sheet of paper in front of an image of her dad. She said: "My daddy was my hero - he was always there for me when I needed him." "He listened to me and taught me...

THE Wiggles are to receive a doctorate from the Australian Catholic University (ACU) for their contribution to childhood education. The four children's entertainers will receive a Doctor of the University degree from ACU National at a graduation ceremony on Tuesday night at Sydney Town Hall. "Drawing on their natural talents and energies, this group has used its knowledge of early childhood education ... and their keen interest in music and art to bring joy, humanity and great happiness to the young children of Australia, the United States of America, Great Britain, China and New Zealand," ACU National Vice-Chancellor Professor Peter...

FOR a skivvy-wearing entertainer who feels more at home with an audience of screaming kids, winning a prestigious export award came as something of a surprise. Jeff Fatt of The Wiggles was today still surprised the colourful children's entertainers had emerged ahead of some big companies to win Australian Exporter of the Year. The award reflects the huge international success of The Wiggles, particularly in the US, following their humble beginnings as Australian kids entertainers. Purple Wiggle Fatt, who received the award on behalf of the four member group at an Australian Export Awards dinner in Sydney last night, said...