Dubbo - Notable People

Notable People

  • Jean Emile Serisier was Dubbo's first businessman and the leader. He held many important positions including Post Master, Justice to the Gaol and was Magistrate from 1862. He is also credited with works to advance the town including schools, Catholic Church, bridge (named after him) and Hospital.
  • Reggie McNamara and Bob Spears – Early twentieth century international cycling stars
  • Kate Leigh - Sydney underworld figure who rose to prominence as an illegal trader of alcohol and cocaine in Surry Hills during the first half of the Twentieth Century and was a leading figure in the notorious Sydney Razor Gang Wars.
  • Suzanne Grae, founder of the fashion label bearing her name, was born in Dubbo in 1968.
  • Margaret Packham Hargrave – writer, poet, local poultry farmer, wrote for Daily Liberal
  • Andrew Ryan – Rugby League player
  • Luke Priddis – Rugby League player
  • David Peachey – Former NRL Rugby League player
  • Geoffrey Lancaster – International concert pianist
  • Thirsty Merc – Australian rock band
  • Dean Pay – Former Rugby League International, grew up and retired in Dubbo
  • Kirsty Lee Allan – Actress in Australian drama series Sea Patrol
  • Kyle Noke – International MMA fighter, UFC fighter (Ultimate Fighting Championship)
  • Megan Dunn – Cyclist winning two gold in the 2010 Delhi Commonwealth Games
  • Lizzy Gardiner -costume designer
  • The Reels – 1980s pop band
  • Adrian Leijer – Australian international soccer player
  • Damien Shortis – Norwegian international cricketer, who recently captained the side in the ICC World Cricket League Division Seven
  • Steve Peacocke - actor, known for his role in soap opera Home and Away

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