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Oprah Winfrey to hit Aussie shores

Oprah Winfrey to hit Aussie shores

She has the power to change the name of one of Australia’s iconic buildings and has sent Aussie fans into a ticket-grabbing frenzy with the news she’ll be travelling Down Under. So it’s no wonder Oprah Winfrey is excited about heading to Australia.

“I wanted to kick off my 25th season in a big way and I’ve heard Australia is the ultimate adventure,” Oprah said on Monday.

“It’s one of the places I’ve always wanted to visit, and who better to take with me on this trip of a lifetime than some of my most loyal viewers? My team has been planning this trip for almost a year, and we are so excited to go Down Under.”

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The TV talk show queen will be heading to our shores along with 300 US fans for “Oprah’s Ultimate Australian Adventure” in December this year.

During her eight-day trip, Sydney’s Opera House will be transform into the Sydney “Oprah” House for a special show taping on December 14. Aussie actor Hugh Jackman and chef Curtis Stone are set to be part of the show.

Aussie fans will have the opportunity to be part of the event with fans being able to apply for tickets through a ballot system. Successful audience members will be chosen by Oprah’s Harpo Productions in October 2010.

Aussie fans can express their interest online on a date to be advised.

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