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World Youth Day

The Pope has arrived in Australia for World Youth Day. Thousands of followers are due to line the streets of Sydney to catch a glimpse of the leader of the Catholic Church.

This will be the largest youth event in the world, with a series of events attended by people from around the globe.

More than 100,000 international travellers are expected to visit Australia during the week.

It is the first time in Australia for Pope Benedict XVI.

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