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Grace Emily Munro

Grace Emily Munro (1879-1964 ) was co-founder and first president of the Country Women’s Association.

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Kathleen Muriel Butler

Kathleen Muriel Butler (1891–1972) was known as 'the Godmother of the Sydney Harbour Bridge' due to her significant role in the conception and development of the Bridge.

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Ken Thomas

Kenneth William Thomas (1913-1997) was an innovator in trucking, fleet transport, logistics, and shipping who founded the freight giant TNT.

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Myxomatosis

In 1950, the CSIRO released the myxoma virus to combat Australia’s rampant rabbit population in trials at five locations along the Murray River.

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Ioannis (Jack) and Antonios (Tony) Notaras

Ioannis (Jack) (1892-1962) and Antonios (Tony) Notaras (1895-1991) were Greek migrants who became highly successful restaurateurs and theatre owners in Grafton.

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Pearl Mary Gibbs

Pearl Mary (Gambanyi) Gibbs (1901–1983) was a self-described ‘battler’ who spent her life fighting the policies and practices that oppressed Aboriginal people.

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Susan Schardt

Susan Katherina Schardt was a philanthropist and founder of the institution that is now known as Royal Rehab. Susan was born sight impaired and devoted her life to assisting other people with disabilities during a time when support services were limited.

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Syms Covington

Simon (Syms) Covington was an ordinary but enterprising man who is remembered for his work with one of the most famous figures of the 19th century – the naturalist Charles Darwin.

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Sir William Dobell

Sir William Dobell (1899-1970) was an Australian painter, best known for his expressive and unique portraits.

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Beryl McLaughlin

Beryl Mary McLaughlin (1888-1988) was an early female architect and enthusiastic amateur historian.

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Bondi Surf Bathers Life Saving Club

The Bondi Surf Bathers Life Saving Club became Australia's first recorded surf lifesaving club in February 1907.

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Emma Jane Callaghan

Emma Jane Callaghan was a nurse, midwife, missionary, advocate and recorder of Indigenous language.

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