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Wanneroo Who's Who

Distinguished and Famous people from Wanneroo

1. Kim Hughes

Kim Hughes is a former Australian cricketer who represented Australia in 70 test matches as a right-handed batsman and a part-time medium pace bowler. He was born in Wanneroo in 1954. Hughes captained the Australian cricket team from 1979 to 1984 and was known for his elegant batting style. He retired from international cricket in 1985.

2. Sarah Snook

Sarah Snook is an Australian actress best known for her roles in movies such as "Predestination" and "Steve Jobs" and the television series "Succession." She was born in Wanneroo in 1987 and started her acting career in Australia before gaining international recognition. Snook has received several awards and nominations for her outstanding performances.

3. Eamon Sullivan

Eamon Sullivan is an Australian former competitive swimmer who specialized in sprint freestyle events. He was born in Wanneroo in 1985. Sullivan held the world record in the 50m freestyle from 2008 to 2009 and won multiple medals in major swimming tournaments, including the Olympic Games, Commonwealth Games, and World Championships.

4. Simon Whitlock

Simon Whitlock is an Australian professional darts player who was born in Wanneroo in 1969. Known for his distinctive beard and long hair, Whitlock is a highly ranked player in the Professional Darts Corporation (PDC) and has reached multiple major finals, including the World Championship and World Matchplay.

5. Brooke Hanson

Brooke Hanson is an Australian former swimmer who specialized in breaststroke events. She was born in Wanneroo in 1978 and represented Australia in multiple international competitions, including the Olympic Games and Commonwealth Games. Hanson won several medals during her swimming career and held world records in her respective events.

6. Corey Adamson

Corey Adamson is an Australian professional baseball player who was born in Wanneroo in 1992. He has played for various organizations, including the Pittsburgh Pirates and San Diego Padres, within the Minor League Baseball system. Adamson has also represented Australia in international baseball tournaments.

7. Rod Tressider

Rod Tressider is a former Australian rules football player who was born in Wanneroo. He played for the West Perth Football Club in the West Australian Football League (WAFL) and later went on to have a successful coaching career. Tressider is considered an influential figure in Australian rules football.

8. Darren Glass

Darren Glass is a retired Australian rules footballer who was born in Wanneroo in 1981. He played as a key defender for the West Coast Eagles in the Australian Football League (AFL) and served as the team's captain from 2008 to 2013. Glass received numerous accolades during his career, including All-Australian selections.

9. Jayden Post

Jayden Post is a professional BMX rider from Wanneroo who has achieved success in various national and international competitions. He has represented Australia in the BMX World Championships and X Games, consistently showcasing his skills and talent as an extreme sports athlete.

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