Omg. Local (pretty big) newspaper is coming to talk to me tomorrow and put me in the paper because I've done so well despite everything. Most nervous about the photographer coming. Hate my photo taken lol.
You absolutely deserve it with what you've been through

I hate getting my photo taken too, but the photos in newspapers always look amazing so I'm sure you have nothing to worry about. Good luck!
And congratulations to
EVERYBODY on their results, whether or not you achieved what you wished

Now that I have my ATAR I truly understand what people mean by it's only a number. I was emotional for about half an hour, but now I don't quite know how to feel. It seemed a lot more significant surviving exams, although the ATAR is ultimately what will affect my future. Bizarre feeling :/