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The Clyde Coast

New South Wales

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The Clyde Coast Who's Who

Distinguished and Famous people from The Clyde Coast

The region of Clyde Coast in New South Wales, Australia has been home to many distinguished and famous individuals throughout history.

1. Banjo Paterson (1864-1941)

Andrew Barton "Banjo" Paterson was an Australian bush poet, journalist, and author who was born in the town of Orange nearby Clyde Coast. He is best known for his iconic poem "Waltzing Matilda" and his contributions to Australian literature.

2. Vance Palmer (1885-1959)

Vance Palmer was an Australian author, playwright, and literary critic. He was born in the town of Bundaberg but spent significant parts of his life in Clyde Coast. Palmer is known for his contributions to Australian literature, particularly his novel "The Getting of Wisdom."

3. Harry McEvoy (1892-1958)

Harry McEvoy was an Australian rugby league player who was born in the town of Grafton, adjacent to Clyde Coast. He played for the Eastern Suburbs and North Sydney Bears teams and is considered one of the pioneers of rugby league in Australia.

4. Selina Jenkinson (1901-1972)

Selina Jenkinson, also known as Selina Anderson, was an Indigenous Australian activist who fought for Aboriginal rights. She was born in the Wallaga Lake region near Clyde Coast and became a prominent advocate for social justice and equality.

5. John Bell (born 1940)

John Bell is a renowned Australian actor, director, and theatre company founder. He was born in the town of Auburn, not far from Clyde Coast. Bell is a founding member of the famous Bell Shakespeare Company and has received numerous accolades for his contributions to Australian performing arts.

6. Miranda Kerr (born 1983)

Miranda Kerr is an Australian supermodel and businesswoman. While she was born and raised in Sydney, her family has connections to the Clyde Coast area. Kerr has achieved global recognition for her successful modeling career and entrepreneurial ventures.

7. John "Jack" Raper (born 1941)

John "Jack" Raper is a former Australian rugby league footballer and coach. He was born in Malua Bay, close to Clyde Coast. Raper played for the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks and the Australian national team, earning a reputation as one of the greatest rugby league players of all time.

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