WHEN Kendall Olive’s name was read out at the preliminary finals of Miss Universe Australia declaring her a national finalist, she could not move her legs to walk on stage.
Speaking on her mobile on her way home from Townsville yesterday Kendall was still in shock.
“I couldn’t believe it, I am so excited – it has been a big weekend,” she said.
Kendall’s weekend started on Friday night when she took part in the finals in the Ralph Australian Swimwear Model of the Year competition at Doors, where she came third.
She will go to Sydney on April 22-27 for the national finals.
“I didn’t get home until 3.30am that morning and was in the car by 5.30am.
“I only got six hours sleep all weekend,” Kendall joked.
She said the competition was an awesome experience and was overwhelmed by the other 18 contestants.
“Everyone imagines or dreams of getting picked as a finalist but you never think it will happen to you.
“There were so many beautiful girls there.”
Kendall, 21 was born in Rockhampton and has recently moved to Mackay and works for Ergon Energy as a customer connection support officer.
Miss Universe Australia talent scout Henry Petersen said Kendall would represent Mackay and Queensland well at the national finals.
“Kendall has the best personality and is so down to earth she has a chance and she is ready to follow the road to Miss Universe,” he said.
At the preliminaries Kendall modelled in three categories; day, swim and evening wear. She was named best-dressed swimwear model.
She said she was nervous about being interviewed in front of a 100-strong crowd.
“Now that I know what is expected of me, I don’t think I will be as nervous come April.
“I have never seen my dad so excited as when my name was announced,” she said.
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