Category: Ellie Echidna - NON FICTION

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  Professor Fred Hollows

  Author: Edwards, Hazel
  Format: Paperback (196mm X 130mm) 128 pages
  Publisher: NEWSOUTH PUBLISHING
  Published: 16/03/2012
  ISBN: 9781921042751
  RRP: $14.99 inc GST Now $5.00
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  This Aussie Heroes series introduces primary-aged children to heroes who have made a contribution to Australian society. Each hero has helped others in need and in turn shaped history. An insightful look at the fascinating lives of great Australians. 'Three out of four people who are blind don't need to be. They are blinded by poverty alone.' Fred grew up in rural New Zealand. As a child he wanted to change things. He qualified as an eye doctor and moved to Australia. Fred Hollows gave vision to more than a million people. He worked in remote and Aboriginal communities providing much needed aid, often for free. Teachers' notes available here

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