Newcastle dancer, 16, wins full scholarship to John Cranko Schule in Stuttgart

Lewis Nicholson, 16, has won a full scholarship to John Cranko Schule in Stuttgart. Last month he won $25,000 across two Sydney Eisteddfod ballet awards.

Why it mattersLewis earned a place at Europe's renowned ballet school. This is a rare achievement for Australian young dancers.

AustraliaLewis's achievement shows Australian ballet training can compete globally and may inspire more young Australians to pursue dance as a serious profession.

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Warrnambool teacher's own play wins place on VCE drama curriculum

Megan Twycross wrote a play called Stuck now studied by VCE drama students across Victoria.

Why it mattersA working teacher has written a play good enough to be studied in schools, proving you can build a professional creative career while teaching.