Jack Edwards, Daniel Langbridge, Sophie Crouch and Jacquie Simpson

Ms JENNY AITCHISON (Maitland—Minister for Regional Transport and Roads)—Congratulations to four Maitland touch footballers who were members of Australian Emu teams who competed at the Touch Football World Cup in Nottingham in July. Jack Edwards, who also plays with the Maitland Mustangs, was selected for the Emu's Men's Open Touch Football Team. The team faced tough opposition from rivals New Zealand but won the final 9-6 to take home the gold medal. Daniel Langbridge was selected in the Emu's Mixed Open Team. Once again, their opponents in the gold medal match was New Zealand and the scores were locked up at full time. Tough defence and a try won the gold 8-7 for the Emu's. Daniel was born into touch football, with his mother playing for the Australian women's 30s and 35s and father playing in masters NSW teams. Sophie Crouch and Jacquie Simpson were both selected in the Emu's Women's 35 Team. The team where comfortable winners against England and took out the final 10-2. Australia dominated the World Cup winning 12 gold and 1 silver from the 13 division. Congratulations Jack, Daniel, Sophie and Jacquie.