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Gingin Who's Who

Distinguished and Famous people from Gingin

Gingin is a small town located in the Gingin Shire, Western Australia. Though a small region, it has been home to several distinguished individuals who have achieved fame in various fields.

1. Dame Mary Durack

Dame Mary Durack (1913-1994) was an Australian author and historian. Born in Adelaide, South Australia, she spent her childhood at the family cattle station, which was located near Gingin. She is best known for her books on Australian history and Aboriginal culture, including "Kings in Grass Castles" and "The Rock and the Sand". Durack's literary work has had a lasting impact on Australian literature.

2. Harold Boas

Harold Boas (1891-1986) was a prominent Australian architect born in Gingin. He played a significant role in the development and promotion of modernist architecture in Western Australia. Boas' notable works include the Weld Club building in Perth and the Harry Boan building in the University of Western Australia. His contribution to architecture has had a lasting influence on the urban landscape of Western Australia.

3. Dr. Elizabeth Blackburn

Dr. Elizabeth Blackburn is an eminent Australian-American scientist and Nobel laureate in Physiology or Medicine. Although not born in Gingin, she spent a significant part of her childhood in the region. Blackburn co-discovered the enzyme telomerase, revolutionizing our understanding of aging and cancer. Her groundbreaking research has earned her numerous accolades, including the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 2009.

4. Michael Smith

Michael Smith is an Australian aviator who was born and raised in Gingin. In 2015, he completed a solo circumnavigation of the globe in an airplane, becoming the first person to achieve this feat in a single-engine aircraft via the polar route. Smith's remarkable journey, documented in his book "Voyage of the Southern Sun," showcases his determination and adventurous spirit.

5. Jack Brabham

Sir John Arthur "Jack" Brabham (1926-2014) was an Australian racing driver and Formula One champion. While not born in Gingin, Brabham spent his early years in the region. He became the first Formula One driver to win the World Championship in a car of his own construction. Brabham's remarkable achievements have solidified his place in motorsport history.

These individuals, either born in or associated with the Gingin region, have made significant contributions in their respective fields, leaving a lasting impact on Australia and beyond.

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