Read on to discover more about the most famous and influential people from Australia.
Australians may come across to the world as fun loving people who like to lounge on the sunny beaches all day long, but don’t be misled by the externalities. They may love to enjoy themselves, but work always comes first; otherwise Australia would not count among the wealthiest nations in the world! The nation also boasts of a high living standard and is among the world leaders in health, education and economic freedom. None of these would have been possible had it not been for the dedication and resourcefulness of Australians who have worked hard to make their country such a wonderful place to live in.
Malcolm Turnbull(Journalist, Politician, Entrepreneur, Lawyer, Investment Banker)
24 October 1954
Sydney, Australia
Scorpio
Cody Simpson(Musician, Singer, song writer, actor, dancer)
11 January 1997
Queensland, Australia
Capricorn
Howard Florey(Pathologist and Pharmacologist)
24 September 1898
21 February 1968
Adelaide, Australia
Libra
Judith Wright(Australian Poet, Environmentalist, Campaigner for Aboriginal Land Rights)
31 May 1915
26 June 2000
Armidale
Gemini
John Farrow(Film Director, Producer, Screenwriter)
10 February 1904
27 January 1963
Sydney, Australia
Aquarius
Slim Dusty(Singer, Songwriter, Guitarist)
13 June 1927
19 September 2003
Kempsey, New South Wales, Australia
Gemini
A major player in the world economy, Australia’s contributions to the world in the fields of science and technology, literature, politics, and sports have been immense. The nation has given birth to several Nobel laureates like Howard Florey, Patrick White and Barry Marshall who have enriched the world in no small way. In fact, Australia has produced a remarkable number of Nobel laureates given her small population. When we talk of Australia, how can we forget cricket—and the Australians who have ruled the game? Read on to discover more about famous Australians.
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