State of Tasmania Who's Who
Distinguished and Famous people from State of Tasmania
David Boon
David Clarence Boon is a former Australian cricketer, born on December 29, 1960, in Launceston, Tasmania. He represented Australia in 107 Test matches and 181 One Day Internationals (ODIs) between 1984 and 1996. Boon was known for his gritty batting style and excellent fielding skills and is considered one of the finest cricketers to come out of Tasmania.
Errol Flynn
Errol Leslie Flynn was a well-known Australian-American actor and swashbuckler, born on June 20, 1909, in Hobart, Tasmania. He gained fame for his roles in various adventure films during the Golden Age of Hollywood. Some of his notable movies include "The Adventures of Robin Hood" (1938) and "Captain Blood" (1935).
Geoffrey Robertson
Geoffrey Robertson is a prominent Australian-British human rights lawyer, academic, author, and broadcaster. He was born on September 30, 1946, in Sydney, New South Wales, but spent a significant part of his early life in Tasmania. Robertson has appeared as a legal counsel in several high-profile cases and is known for his advocacy for human rights and free speech.
Timothy Conigrave
Timothy Conigrave was an Australian actor and writer, born on November 19, 1959, in Melbourne, Victoria. Although not born in Tasmania, he spent a significant part of his life in the state. Conigrave gained recognition for his memoir "Holding the Man," which chronicled his life and love story with his high school boyfriend, John Caleo. The memoir was adapted into a highly acclaimed play and a feature film.
Julia Leigh
Julia Leigh is an Australian author and filmmaker, born on February 20, 1970, in Sydney, New South Wales. She spent some of her early years in Tasmania. Leigh is known for her novels "The Hunter" (1999) and "Disquiet" (2008) and her directorial debut film "Sleeping Beauty" (2011).
Bob Brown
Robert James Brown, commonly known as Bob Brown, is an Australian environmentalist, former politician, and medical doctor. He was born on December 27, 1944, in Oberon, New South Wales, but later moved to Tasmania. Brown co-founded the Australian Greens political party and served as its leader from 1996 to 2012. He has been a prominent voice for environmental issues, both nationally and internationally.
Richard Flanagan
Richard Flanagan is a Tasmanian author, born on January 28, 1961, in Longford, Tasmania. Best known for his novels, Flanagan has received numerous accolades, including the prestigious Man Booker Prize for his novel "The Narrow Road to the Deep North" (2013). His works often explore themes of colonialism, war, and environmentalism.
