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The Humans
2007 WINNER
JOSHUA |
GROUP ONE
In the exhibit 2 - 7 January 2007
WINNER
Joshua
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Name: Joshua Penley
Age: 25
Suburb: Mitchell Park
Single
The corporate trainer with RAA Insurance is an actor and drama
teacher in his spare time, so has no problem with being in the public
spotlight. He wowed the judges with a rendition of Oh What A Beautiful Morning
to win his place. He is keen to push his own boundaries with challenges but
also recognises this will put life in perspective.
"This will put a few
of us in our place by reminding us we really are great apes we are part of the
animal kingdom, just like our zoo neighbours the chimpanzees and gorillas".
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Allister
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Name: Allister Lyne
Age: 31
Suburb: Mile End
Single
The former professional beach volleyball
player is used to public scrutiny from tournaments. He is also trying out at
SASI as a rower and is a mechanical engineering student. Ive done some crazy
things like buying a car over the internet sight unseen then flying to Perth to
pick it up and drive it back.
"I'll teach the others some volleyball
while we are in here. I dont know if this is a good place to be seen by girls
it probably is".
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Corinne
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Name: Corinne Mensforth
Age: 24
Suburb: Adelaide
Has a partner, Peter, and cat Akua
Corinnes lifelong love of animals
saw her study biology at university and she now does volunteer work at the zoo
as well as working as a laboratory technician at Gribbles. She applied for the
project because she saw it as an opportunity to raise awareness of the need for
conservation of the great apes and was shocked when she was accepted.
"It will be a bit weird at first, Im sure. My main motivation was
conservation I dont want a singing career or to appear on Neighbours as a
result of it".
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Eileen
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Name: Eileen Draper
Age: 52
Suburb: Modbury Heights
Married to Kevin, five adult children
The human resources manager loves animals so much she has a tiger
tattoo on her back. She is into adrenalin activities like sky diving and white
water rafting, and saw the zoo idea as a way to have a holiday while educating
people about the plight of apes. As a young woman she and a friend dressed up
as men so they could gatecrash the men-only two-up school at Broken
Hill.
"I've played sport, been in dramas and danced most of my life Ive
got no problem being stared at".
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Cheree
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Name: Cheree Pertini
Age:
36
Suburb: Valley View
Lives with partner Steve and son Tom,
10
The human resources manager at
Leisureco won her spot after juggling, singing and dancing to impress the
judges. She had not told her family she had been picked when she spoke to the
Sunday Mail.
"I dont know what their reaction will be, but they have
always thought I belong in a zoo".
"My mother died young at age 50 and I
believe I have to grasp life. Im also in a play for the first time, at the
Fringe".
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Robert
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Name: Robert Williamson
Age: 67
Suburb: Itinerant grey nomad
Single, four adult children and
nine grandchildren
The former engineering consultant-turned-tactile
therapist now has time to enjoy interesting things in life. He reckons when
something unusual comes along he now wants to be part of it, and has the
time.
"I thought this was quite intriguing so wanted to be involved. Ive
got no problem being stared at, especially by children it will be fun".
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GROUP TWO
In the exhibit 8 - 14 January 2007
Lisa E
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Name: Lisa
Age: 34
Suburb: Mallala
Husband Corrie and children, Chynna 10 and Daly
7
The university social work student is a self-confessed extrovert who
is looking forward to constant public scrutiny. She had not told her family
about her starring role in the zoo when she spoke to the Sunday Mail but is
confident of their support.
"I always wanted to go on Survivor and this
is the next best thing. I expect the public will keep us busy they will want to
be entertained".
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Zak
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Name: Zak
Age:
26
Suburb: Forestville
Single
The TV production manager describes
himself as clean and fussy and not big on the outdoors which is perhaps not the
ideal formula for zoo life.
I think I'm having a quarter-life crisis it
was a spur of the moment thing to apply and will be a great way to start the
new year. Ill get in touch with my inner primate.
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Lucas
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Name: Lucas
Age:
20
Suburb: St Marys
Unmarried
His mother Sara pointed out the opportunity in the Sunday Mail
and Lucas thought, why not? The outgoing waiter at Chifley on South Tce
impressed the judges by walking on his hands. Life is short so you have to grab
challenges that come your way.
"My girlfriend Joanne is in Europe until
February, so this should keep me occupied".
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Lee
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Name: Lee
Age: 27 Suburb:
Woodcroft Married to Mark, son Ryan 2
Lee read about the project in the Sunday Mail and entered on the spur
of the moment. She did work experience in the zoo in Year 12 and is now trying
to convince her husband to be a stay-at-home dad for the week ... but it looks
like her own mother will take care of Ryan.
"Ive now got a few
qualms about it, but figure you might as well do a thousand crazy things while
you are young so you have something to talk about when you are in the nursing
home".
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Steven
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Name: Steven
Age: 42
Suburb: Morphett Vale
Married to Jo with girls Gemma 12, Jordin 9, Eryn
7, and Angel 4
The self-confessed
stirrer with excellent chimpanzee noise skills was egged on by his girls into
applying. He thrives on attention and has a link to the zoo, having helped
build a road with the Army Reserve at Monarto. His workmates at Monroe
Australia think it is hilarious, but Steve has found a serious side to the
project.
"Ive been investigating issues great apes face and it has made
me aware of things like the extent of the bush meat trade and habitat loss".
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Michele
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Name: Michele
Age:
42
Suburb: Broadview
Married to Jeff, daughter Jessica, 20, son Harvey
8
Her community-minded parents instilled an ethos of community service
which has seen her work as a volunteer helper at the zoo for the past five
years. She also is studying psychology at university.
"Between being a
zoo volunteer and my psychology course it was a no-brainer this will combine
the two areas I enjoy. I have always been keen to participate in things and
seize opportunities, so this is just perfect". |
GROUP
THREE
In
the exhibit 15 - 21 January 2007
Lisa B
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Name: Lisa
Age:
26
Suburb: Parafield Gardens
Single, with two children
While most
girls cut their hair after a break-up, Lisa decided to put herself into the
Human Zoo.
"I became single two days before I heard about the zoo
thing,'' she says. "It beats staying at home crying.''
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Cathlin
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Name: Cathlin
Age: 35
Suburb: Reynella
Married, two children
While her hubby would
say she's a shopaholic, Cathy's real passion is photography - she recently won
a competition for her photo of a lion at Monarto Zoological Park. Cathy's also
no shrinking violet.
"I've never been one to hesitate when making a fool
of myself. I couldn't care less,'' she says.
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Blake
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Name: Blake
Age:
23
Suburb: Craigmore
Single
Aussie blokes don't come much more typical than Blake - he likes
fast cars, go-karts, motorbikes and camping. He also can't sit still, which
should make for interesting viewing given he'll be locked in an enclosure for a
week.
"When we have meetings at work, I fall asleep. If I'm not going
100 per cent, I'm asleep,'' he says.
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Andrew
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Name: Andrew
Age: 26
Suburb: Goodwood
Unmarried
Andrew's not too sure what he's got himself into.
"I'm
still freaking out a bit,'' he laughs, "but excited too''. Apparently his
hirsuteness was a big factor in applying.
"I'm really hairy, so I
thought I'd fit in at the zoo no problems,'' he says.
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Ian
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Name: Ian
Age: 54
Suburb: Glenelg South
Married
His wife is against the idea but the Scotsman is determined to
give the experience his all.
"I collect ticks,'' he explains, "I find
things to do and this is a very big tick on that list, it's an incredible
experience.'' He arrived in Australia in April.
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Rebecca
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Name: Rebecca
Age: 21
Suburb: Athelstone
Single
No, it's not The Advertiser sports
columnist. Bec reckons she's "very loud and outgoing'' and likes to challenge
others.
"Some people say I'm quite annoying and get on their nerves,
but I think I get on pretty well with most people,'' she says.
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GROUP
FOUR
In
the exhibit 22 - 28 January 2007
Ryan
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Name: Ryan
Age:
21
Suburb: Semaphore
Single
His family is stoked he's in, which
makes Ryan suspicious. "I think maybe they're really excited about the fact
that I won't be annoying them for a week,'' he laughs. He sweet-talked the
judges by presenting banana lollies during his interview. A single man, he is
keeping an eye out for romance.
"I am hoping to pick up in the zoo,
that's my main aim, yes,'' he jokes.
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Annie
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Name: Annie
Age: 45
Suburb: Brooklyn Park
Long-term partner, two children
She may
officially be a secretary, but she's also in the middle of a social science
degree at Adelaide University, is a hairdresser and an actress . . . all in her
spare time. She reckons her endeavours on the stage will hold her in good stead
in the Human Zoo.
"As a performer, I'm not afraid of being stared at,''
she says. Lucky.
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Lisa P
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Name: Lisa
Age: 32
Suburb: Croydon Park
Single
Used to living alone, Lisa's not sure how she'll go surrounded
by people in the Human Zoo. But she's also hoping not to be alone too much
longer - she's on the look-out for Mr Right. A Port supporter, dragon boat
racer and former state Ten pin bowler, she's certainly not going to sit around
idle in the enclosure.
"I'm just gonna let loose,'' she says, "I'm
completely hyperactive.''
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Jodie
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Name: Jodie
Age: 34
Suburb: Morphett Vale
Unmarried
She brought a blow-up crocodile to her audition which she
promptly wrestled. An adrenalin junkie, Jodie will certainly not be the one
standing quietly in the corner.
"I'm loud and proud,'' she
says.
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Joe
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Name: Joe
Age: 47
Suburb: Windsor Gardens
Single, two children
A fitness freak, Joe is into anything physical . . .
cycling, running, karate, soccer - the man is buffed. The enclosed space
shouldn't pose any difficulties, he once worked in Antarctica.
"It's a
pretty isolated environment there,'' he says, "so I'm sure being stuck in an
enclosure with five other people won't be a problem''.
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Sam
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Name: Sam
Age: 21
Suburb: Walkerville
Unmarried
He's already been labelled "the
hot one'', but he assures us there will be no romance inside the Human
Zoo.
He's a bit of a prankster, so the others better watch out.
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