The Hon Rod Kemp was Minister for the Arts and Sport from Friday 23 November 2001 to Tuesday 30 January 2007. This site is available for archival purposes only.

Well Done Aussies

All Australians are enormously proud of the magnificent efforts of Mark Viduka and his Socceroos following today’s heartbreaking loss to Italy, the Minister for the Arts and Sport, Senator Rod Kemp said this morning from Kaiserslautern, Germany.

“One of the greatest upsets in World Cup football was snatched away from the Socceroos at the very last moment,” Senator Kemp said after the game.

“Football has captured the imagination of the nation and we are enormously grateful for the skilful coaching and leadership of Guus Hiddink.

“The entire team can feel proud of their achievements over the last two weeks.

“Australia has shown it can match it with the world’s best in football and out next World Cup campaign should be even more successful.” Senator Kemp said.

Kaiserslautern, Germany
27 June 2006