Perth-born Kelly Hardie made her first Olympic appearance at the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games. Eight years later Hardie returned to Olympic competition at the age of 38, making her the oldest member of the softball team. On both occasions Hardie won bronze medals.
The Australian Olympic Committee acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of this nation.
We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of all the lands on which we are located. We pay our respects to ancestors and Elders, past and present.
We celebrate and honour all of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Olympians.
The Australian Olympic Committee is committed to honouring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ unique cultural and spiritual relationships to the land, waters and seas and their rich contribution to society and sport.
