TAIT
22.10.23
LAKES ENTRANCE, VICTORIA

EXPLORE TAIT'S LIFE
black and white image of small baby Tait curled up named tait

TAIT
22.10.23
LAKES ENTRANCE, VICTORIA

EXPLORE TAIT'S LIFE
black and white image of small baby Tait curled up named tait

FIGHTING SUPERBUGS

Shortly after birth Tait is exposed to an antibiotic-resistant superbug. Thankfully, Monash University researchers have helped develop treatment procedures for these situations. By stimulating his immune system, Tait's body responds immediately and positively. A delicate situation that can now be effectively managed.

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black and white photo of man in scrubs holding newborn crying in hospital

GETTING HOTTER

Victoria records its hottest ever temperature at 58 degrees, near Tait's home.

mock up of weather forecast with very hot temperatures ranging from 49-58oC

PRINTABLE SOLAR PANELS

Facing ever-increasing power costs, the country has switched to solar energy. Thanks to Monash University researchers, solar panels can now be printed onto windows, turning entire buildings into massive solar panels capable of harvesting sustainable energy.

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SWIMMING CHAMPIONSHIP

Tait comes first in the Australian schools swimming championships.

mock up image of Tait's instagram with an image of him swimming and emojis celebrating

SAVING INDIGENOUS LANGUAGES

Tait decides to take a more active role within his community, where he begins work in a youth centre with disadvantaged Indigenous kids. Here, he shares some of the work Monash is doing to help save Indigenous language.

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black and white render of an indigenous spirit on a beach
black and white image of a render of an indigenous spirit walking across plains

SMARTER SHOES

After suffering a footy injury Tait falls in love with the nurse who treated him. Hearing her complain of sore feet he gifts her a pair of shoes specifically designed for medical staff - a pair of Blundstones designed in collaboration with Sensilab. The relationship didn't last, but her shoes are still going.

black and white close up photo of modern medical boots in a hospital scene
black and white image of a nurse with a mask on
black and white image of a hospital building with 'surgery' on the side

FIRST INDIGENOUS PM ELECTED

Australia's first Indigenous Prime Minister grew up in Tait's rural community and is a close friend.

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mock up of an instagram post from tait with a smoking ceremony in front of a group of people
black and white photo of parliament house
instagram mock up of indigenous flags in city

FAMILY

At age 87 Tait is a proud father, grandfather of eight, with two great grandchildren.

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