Greater Western Sydney Who's Who
Distinguished and Famous people from Greater Western Sydney
1. Paul Keating
Paul Keating is an Australian politician who served as the 24th Prime Minister of Australia from 1991 to 1996. He was born in Bankstown, which is located in Greater Western Sydney. Keating made significant economic reforms and played a key role in advancing reconciliation with Indigenous Australians during his tenure.
2. Angus Young
Angus Young is a renowned Australian musician and co-founder of the rock band AC/DC. Born in Glasgow, Scotland, he moved to Sydney and grew up in Burwood, a suburb in Greater Western Sydney. Young is known for his energetic stage presence and distinctive guitar playing style.
3. Mark Taylor
Mark Taylor, born in Leeton, New South Wales, is a former Australian cricketer and cricket commentator. He served as the captain of the Australian cricket team from 1994 to 1999. Taylor is highly regarded for his exceptional leadership skills and his achievements as an opening batsman.
4. Nathan Hindmarsh
Nathan Hindmarsh is a former professional rugby league footballer who played for the Parramatta Eels in the National Rugby League (NRL). He was born in Blacktown, Greater Western Sydney. Hindmarsh is considered one of the game's finest back-row forwards, known for his passion, resilience, and work ethic.
5. Jessica Mauboy
Jessica Mauboy is an Australian singer, songwriter, and actress who rose to fame after being a runner-up on the fourth season of Australian Idol in 2006. She was born in Darwin, Northern Territory and later moved to Greater Western Sydney. Mauboy has achieved significant success in the music industry and represented Australia in the Eurovision Song Contest in 2018.
6. Chris Bath
Chris Bath is an Australian journalist and news presenter who has worked for the Seven Network and Network Ten. She was born in Auburn, which is located in Greater Western Sydney. Bath has received numerous accolades for her journalism and has covered major events both nationally and internationally.
7. Anh Do
Anh Do is a Vietnamese-born Australian author, comedian, and artist. He was born in Vietnam and fled to Australia with his family as a child. Do spent his formative years in Cabramatta, Greater Western Sydney. He has written several bestselling books and won multiple awards for his contributions to the entertainment industry.
8. Michelle Bridges
Michelle Bridges is an Australian personal trainer, author, and television personality. She was born in Newcastle, New South Wales, and later moved to Greater Western Sydney. Bridges is best known for her role as a trainer on the reality show "The Biggest Loser" and her advocacy for healthy living and fitness.
9. Shane Gould
Shane Gould is a retired Australian swimmer who achieved remarkable success in the 1972 Olympics, winning three gold medals, one silver, and one bronze. She was born in Sydney, New South Wales, and spent her childhood in Minchinbury, Greater Western Sydney. Gould is considered one of Australia's greatest swimmers.
10. Don Burke
Don Burke is an Australian television presenter, author, and horticulturist. He was born in Sydney, New South Wales, and spent part of his early life in Penrith, Greater Western Sydney. Burke became widely known for hosting the gardening and lifestyle show "Burke's Backyard" from 1987 to 2004.
