Ararat’s Holly Allgood, 18, has added another notch to her list of achievements at a 2019 DanceStar and Glee Australian National Championships after securing five podium finishes.

The Dynamic Dance Ararat student won gold for senior secondary in jazz broadway solo and classical solo categories at the Gold Coast event.

She also won silver in jazz auditions, and bronze in lyrical-contemporary solo and secondary improvisation.

Dynamic Dance Ararat teacher Charlotte Hamilton said Holly had brought home national titles in previous years, but remained a modest competitor committed to her passion.

“Holly is somebody who has always worked her hardest,” she said.

“If I give her some choreography, she’s nailed it by the next class.

“She is always really humble as well – she will always go up and congratulate other competitors.”

Holly said the event was her favourite competition to attend each year.

“There is always a really positive vibe,” she said. 

“I love making new friendships and competing alongside other amazing performers.”

Holly was also given the honour of singing the Australian National Anthem at the event’s opening ceremony.

“It’s really great for the dance school too, when a student is recognised at this level,” Ms Hamilton said.

“For all of the teachers it’s fantastic to see, we’re really proud.”

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