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Australia’s high-fliers are confident ahead of Beijing Games

Michael Bleby
Michael BlebyDeputy property editor

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History is a heavy weight to bear, Australia’s world-leading aerial skiers demonstrated on Friday as they expressed confidence in summing up the task ahead of them at the Beijing Winter Games.

Reigning world champion – and Australian flagbearer for Friday’s opening ceremony – Laura Peel, along with teammates Dani Scott and Olympic debutant Gabi Ash, carry expectations to produce medals in what has been Australia’s most successful Olympic winter sport.

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Michael Bleby covers commercial and residential property, with a focus on housing and finance, construction, design & architecture. He also dabbles in the business of sport. Michael is based in Melbourne. Connect with Michael on Twitter. Email Michael at mbleby@afr.com

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