Steve Irwin

"The first crocodile I ever caught was at nine years of age, and it was a rescue."

"My dad taught me from my youngest childhood memories through these connections with Aboriginal and tribal people that you must always protect people's sacred status, regardless of the pest."

"Since I was a boy, from this house, I was out rescuing crocodiles and snakes. My mum and dad were very passionate about that and, I was lucky enough to go along."

"There's a lot of research behind the scenes that you don't get to see, but I have an instinct that my dad nurtured from when I was born. I was very lucky then."

"I believe that education is all about being excited about something. Seeing passion and enthusiasm helps push an educational message."

"Yeah, I'm a thrill seeker, but crikey, education's the most important thing."