The Australian team of Olli Hoare, Jessica Hull, Stewart McSweyn and Abbey Caldwell have won the bronze medal in the 2km mixed relay at the world cross country championships in Bathurst.
National 1500m record holder Hull was the star performer for the home team, picking up two spots in the second leg to hand the baton to McSweyn in first spot.
Kyumbe Munguti ran a brilliant third leg for Kenya, setting up their victory.
Ethiopia was second and youngster Caldwell hung tough in the final leg to ensure Australia would claim third spot.
It was only the fourth medal won by Australia in the 50-year history of the world cross country championships.
The men's and women's individual races will take place later on Saturday afternoon.
