I am pleased to have this opportunity to congratulate all participants on the occasion of the 30th International Chemistry Olympiad. With 55 participating countries, the Olympiad is indeed a showcase of the world's brightest young talent in the field of chemistry.
All participants are proud representatives of their country.
The knowledge acquired by participants, and the experiences shared during the busy programme of exams, visits and other engagements are of immense educational value. I hope, too, that participants will have made long-term friendships, and will be taking home with them many fond memories of their time in Australia. May I also congratulate the Royal Australian Chemical Institute as the host organisation, and the many other businesses and individuals involved in the organisation of the Olympiad, which I understand has been held in Australia for the first time this year. Once again I commend all Chermistry Olympiad participants and organisers on the enormous effort they have put into making the 30th International Chemistry Olympiad a success.