Arrived in 2008.
Karenni, from Myanmar
I was born in a refugee camp in Thailand and came here at the age of 7. It was hard because I had no English.
The turning point came in Year 5 when I joined the Coniston Soccer Club. I was very nervous as I had only played soccer in the refugee camp with a homemade ball. The coach was really kind and gave my friend and I lifts to the games.
People welcomed me without realising it.
I have met lots and lots of people through soccer - we have a shared passion.
I have learned life lessons from soccer.
If I want to win, I have to train hard.
If I want to be successful in life, I have to work hard.
(Photo by Sam St Jon).