Kristy Takes To The Throne For Charity

Illawarra Mercury

Monday September 17, 2007

By TOM STURROCK

KRISTY Joyce's hard work paid off on Saturday night when she was crowned Miss World Illawarra at a gala ceremony at Wests Illawarra in Unanderra.

The Kanahooka 18-year-old was taken aback by the win.

"It was a complete shock and I had nothing prepared because I didn't think I had a chance," she said. "It was a really good experience. All the girls were friendly and I thought it might have been a bit catty, but it wasn't."

The Miss World pageant is more than just a beauty contest, combining charity work and public speaking sections. As a former kindergarten worker, Kristy's choice of charity was easy.

"My charity is the Make-A-Wish Foundation and I definitely have a passion for helping young kids. I'm really looking forward to getting out there and making a difference in the community."

Kristy will juggle her duties as Miss World Illawarra with her work for a Wollongong developer.

"I'm a very organised person so hopefully it won't be too much of a problem."

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