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Gwydir Who's Who

Distinguished and Famous people from Gwydir

Gwydir is a region in New South Wales, Australia, known for its rich history and contributions to various fields. Here are some distinguished and famous individuals associated with the region:

1. Sir Earle Page (1880-1961)

Sir Earle Christmas Grafton Page was an Australian politician who served as the 11th Prime Minister of Australia in 1939. He was born in Grafton, which was part of the Gwydir region at the time. Page made significant contributions to public health, serving as Minister for Health from 1949 to 1956.

2. Sir Henry Parkes (1815-1896)

Sir Henry Parkes, often referred to as the "Father of Federation," was a prominent Australian statesman. He played a significant role in the federation of the Australian colonies into a single nation. Although born in Warwickshire, England, Parkes later settled in Tenterfield, a town within the Gwydir region.

3. John Anderson (born 1956)

John Eugene Anderson is a retired Australian politician who served as the Deputy Prime Minister of Australia from 1999 to 2005. Anderson was born in Gunnedah, also located within the Gwydir region. He made substantial contributions to the agricultural sector during his political career.

4. Peter Allen (1944-1992)

Peter Allen was an internationally acclaimed Australian singer-songwriter and entertainer. While he was born in Tenterfield, Gwydir region, Allen achieved great success in his career, including winning an Academy Award for Best Original Song for "Arthur's Theme (Best That You Can Do)" in 1981.

5. Joel Fitzgibbon (born 1962)

Joel Andrew Fitzgibbon is an Australian politician who has been a member of the House of Representatives since 1996. He was born in Boggabri, located within the Gwydir region. Fitzgibbon has held several ministerial positions, including Minister for Defence and Minister for Agriculture.

6. Thomas L. Mitchell (1792-1855)

Thomas Livingstone Mitchell was a British explorer and surveyor who made significant contributions to mapping the Australian continent. He led several expeditions and surveyed large portions of New South Wales, including areas within the Gwydir region. Mitchell's explorations greatly improved the understanding of the Australian interior.

7. Margaret Olley (1923-2011)

Margaret Olley was a celebrated Australian painter, known for her still-life compositions and landscapes. She was born in Lismore, which is the largest city within the Gwydir region. Olley received numerous awards during her career, including the Order of Australia Medal.

8. Ian Thorpe (born 1982)

Ian James Thorpe, also known as the "Thorpedo," is a former Australian competitive swimmer and Olympic gold medalist. He was born in Sydney but spent his childhood in Gwydir, where his family owned a property. Thorpe set numerous world records and won several Olympic medals during his swimming career.

9. Nancy Wake (1912-2011)

Nancy Grace Augusta Wake was a prominent figure during World War II and was known for her efforts in the French Resistance against the Nazi occupation. While she was born in New Zealand, Wake spent her early years in Wellington, located within the Gwydir region.

10. Roy Rene (1892-1954)

Roy Rene, best known by his stage name Mo, was an iconic Australian comedian and vaudevillian. Born in Hindmarsh, Adelaide, he grew up in Gwydir region's country towns such as Winton and Warialda. Mo became immensely popular for his character "Mo McCackie" and his contribution to Australian humor.

These are just a few of the many distinguished individuals associated with the region of Gwydir, New South Wales, Australia. Their contributions in various fields have left a lasting impact on Australian society and beyond.

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