It is good for people all over the world to meet up and join in harmony.
Nathan, age 8

Because it's the first time in Sydney and the first Olympics and Para Olympics in the New Milennium.
Karla

People can see how good Sydney is.
Andrew

People in Sydney get to see the Olympians live.
Tahlia

It is good because we care about the people with disabilities.
Ryan H

It will help kids know more about the Olympics.
Olivia

It is good to represent Australia.
Kyle

It is good because the people are holding both the
Olympic torches and going around Australia.
Kirsty and James F

It makes you like the Olympics and Para Olympics.
Jacqui

There are good sports in the New Milennium.
Melissa

For money and new homes and gardens and cars.
Sarah

To show we care about the athletes with disabilities.
Ryan A

Because the eyes of the world will be on Sydney.
Amy

Because it is special to have it in the year 2000.
Sam