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Queensland beauty on top of the world 18 April 2002
WE might officially be known as the Smart State, but Queenslanders are getting an international reputation for their beauty as much as brains. Models from Queensland talent agencies have become hot property and global fashion are scouring the state for fresh faces. Recent success stories include Australia's 2002 Miss Universe entrant Sarah Davies, Girlfriend magazine model search winner Sarah Arnold, Cleo Bachelor of the Year finalist Cliff Beasley, and Popstars musician and model James Campbell. Brisbane also boasts 16-year-old Lea Lazarescu, who featured in the Australian Zimmerman campaign, 14-year-old Rachel Heathwood, who models for hair products label Marc Daniels, and Dolly magazine model search finalist Nakkari. International model scout Fede Amorese, from Milan-based agency Want, has been stunned by the state's wealth of talent. "I was very impressed by their attitude, not only their beauty," said Ms Amorese, who yesterday interviewed the stars from Dallys modelling management. "Maybe the beach lifestyle gives them a better outlook. It is my first time scouting in Queensland, but I will be sure to come back here soon." Miss Universe entrant Sarah Davies, a second-year business student from Queensland University of Technology, will soon fly to Puerto Rico for the 2002 contest. Davies has been given a home-town boost by designer Daniel Lightfoot, who designed a stunning lilac evening gown for her to wear. "It's going to be very intense, but I'm just going to enjoy myself and gain some experience," she said.

BRISBANE beauty Sarah Davies will represent Australia in the Miss Universe pageant in Puerto Rico next month
after winning the national final on the Gold Coast. Ms Davies, 19, will seek to become the first Aussie girl in
30 years to ein the coveted title, which boasts more than $ 600,000.00 in prizes and a year living in New York, courtesy of Miss Universe quets's billionaire owner, Donald Trump. The Queensland University of Technology business student beat 14 other young women, including seven Queenslanders, to take out the Australian final at the Marriott surfers Paradise Hotel on Tuesday night. "It was a huge thrill and a shock. All the girls are beautiful and I just feel honoured to represent Australia," Miss Davies said. Ms Davies of the southern Brisbane suburb of sherwood, was discovered by modelling agency June Dally-Watkins while still at Brisbane Grammar. The Miss Universe final is in San Juan, Puerto Rico, on May 29.- Greg Stolz The Courier Mail NEWS.COM.AU