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The Wimmera Who's Who

Distinguished and Famous people from The Wimmera

  • Sir Robert Menzies: Born in Jeparit, Victoria, Menzies was the longest-serving Prime Minister of Australia, with a total of 18 years in office.
  • Arthur Boyd: An internationally acclaimed Australian painter, Arthur Boyd was born in Murrumbeena, Victoria. He spent many creative years working at his property in West Wimmera.
  • Joel Selwood: A professional Australian rules footballer, Joel Selwood was born in Bendigo, Victoria. He grew up in the Wimmera region and is considered one of the greatest captains in the history of the Geelong Football Club.
  • Bev Brock: Born Bev McIntyre, she hails from Dimboola, Victoria. Bev is an accomplished former rally driver and the former wife of Australian motor racing legend, Peter Brock.
  • Thomas Wills: Known for co-founding Australian rules football, Thomas Wills was born in Molonglo Plains, near present-day Canberra. His family later moved to the Wimmera region, where he played an instrumental role in the development of the game.
  • Bill Ponsford: Born in Avoca, Victoria, Bill Ponsford was a cricketer who played for the Australian national team. He held several records, including the highest individual score in first-class cricket for over 70 years.
  • Rachael Sporn: Born in Horsham, Victoria, Rachael Sporn is a former professional basketball player who represented Australia in the Olympic Games. She was part of the national team that won a silver medal in the 2000 Sydney Olympics.
  • Corey Jones: An Australian rules footballer, Corey Jones was born in Dimboola, Victoria. He played for the North Melbourne Football Club and was known for his agility and goal-kicking abilities.
  • John "Jack" Peat: Born in Warracknabeal, Victoria, Jack Peat was an Australian rules footballer who played for the Fitzroy Football Club. He was a member of the club's 1944 VFL Premiership-winning team.
  • Helen Kapalos: An Australian journalist, Helen Kapalos was born in Warracknabeal, Victoria. She is known for her work as a news presenter and investigative reporter, covering a wide range of issues.
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