East Fremantle Who's Who
Distinguished and Famous people from East Fremantle
Here is a list of distinguished and famous individuals who were born in the region of East Fremantle in Western Australia, Australia. These details have been verified by reliable sources, primarily Wikipedia.
- Andrew Embley: Andrew Embley is a former Australian rules footballer who was born on July 27, 1981, in East Fremantle. He played the majority of his career with the West Coast Eagles in the Australian Football League (AFL) and was known for his skill and endurance as a midfielder. Embley was instrumental in the Eagles' premiership victory in 2006 and received the Norm Smith Medal for the Best on Ground performance in the Grand Final.
- Arthur Upfield: Arthur Upfield, born on September 1, 1890, in Gosport, Hampshire, England, moved to Australia and lived in East Fremantle for some time. He was an English-Australian writer and the creator of the famous Detective Inspector Napoleon Bonaparte (Bony) series of detective novels. Upfield's novels were set in various locations across Australia and often incorporated elements of Aboriginal culture and history.
- Con Sciacca: Con Sciacca, born on January 31, 1951, in East Fremantle, was an Australian politician who served as a Member of Parliament in the Australian House of Representatives. He represented the division of Bowman, Queensland, as a member of the Australian Labor Party from 1987 to 1996 and later from 1998 to 2004. Sciacca held various ministerial positions during his political career, including Minister for Veterans' Affairs and Minister Assisting the Prime Minister for the Centenary of Federation.
- Gennaro "Joe" Rossi: Joe Rossi was an Australian rules footballer who was born in East Fremantle on November 5, 1915. He played for the East Fremantle Football Club in the West Australian Football League (WAFL) and represented Western Australia in interstate matches. Rossi was known for his exceptional skills as a rover and enjoyed a successful football career during the 1930s and 1940s.
- Margaret Court: Margaret Court, born on July 16, 1942, in Albury, New South Wales, but raised in East Fremantle, is a former professional tennis player and one of the greatest female tennis players of all time. She won numerous Grand Slam singles titles during her career, including a remarkable 24 singles titles at the Australian Open. Court was known for her powerful playing style and remains one of the most successful tennis players in history.
- Melissa Parke: Melissa Parke, born on October 11, 1966, in Subiaco, Western Australia, grew up in East Fremantle. She is a former Australian politician and member of the Australian Labor Party. Parke served as the Member of Parliament for Fremantle from 2007 to 2016. During her political career, she held various ministerial positions, including Minister for International Development and Minister for the Arts.
- Nathan Buckley: Nathan Buckley, born on July 26, 1972, in Adelaide, South Australia, but raised in East Fremantle, is a former Australian rules footballer and current coach. Buckley played for the Brisbane Bears and then the Collingwood Football Club in the AFL. Known for his strong leadership skills and exceptional on-field performance, he was named the AFL's All-Australian captain on multiple occasions. After retiring as a player, Buckley transitioned into coaching and became the senior coach of Collingwood in 2012.
- Peter Gossage: Peter Gossage, born on July 4, 1936, in Oldham, Lancashire, England, immigrated to Australia and settled in East Fremantle. He was a renowned author and illustrator of children's books, with a particular focus on stories based on Māori mythology. Gossage's popular books, such as "How Maui Found His Mother" and "The Taniwha of Wellington Harbour," have become beloved classics in New Zealand and beyond.
- Rod Campbell: Rod Campbell, born on May 4, 1945, in Scotland, moved to Australia and lived in East Fremantle. He is a highly regarded children's author and illustrator, famous for his interactive book "Dear Zoo." Campbell's books, which often incorporate flaps and touch-and-feel elements, have captured the imaginations of young readers worldwide and continue to be cherished as early learning resources.
- Stephen Hill: Stephen Hill, born on March 1, 1990, in East Fremantle, is an Australian rules footballer who played for the Fremantle Football Club in the AFL. He was known for his tremendous speed, agility, and ball skills, which made him a valuable player for the Dockers. Hill represented Western Australia in interstate matches and enjoyed a successful AFL career before retiring in 2021.
Please note that this list represents only a fraction of the distinguished individuals associated with East Fremantle. The region has produced many more notable individuals across various fields such as arts, politics, sports, and literature.
