Brookton Who's Who
Distinguished and Famous people from Brookton
1. Tim Winton
Tim Winton is a renowned Australian writer born on August 4, 1960, in Subiaco, Perth. Although not directly from Brookton, Winton spent much of his childhood in the area and draws inspiration from the landscapes and characters of Western Australia in his works. He is known for his popular novels such as "Cloudstreet," "Dirt Music," and "Breath," which have garnered international acclaim.
2. Casey Dellacqua
Casey Dellacqua is a former professional tennis player born on February 11, 1985, in Perth. While not born in Brookton, Dellacqua grew up in the region and began playing tennis at a young age. She had a successful career, winning multiple doubles titles and reaching the singles quarterfinals at the 2014 Australian Open. Dellacqua is known for her strong left-handed game and represented Australia in numerous international competitions.
3. Glenn Druery
Glenn Druery is a prominent Australian political strategist and member of the Australian Democrats party. Born on September 24, 1964, in Brookton, Druery has had a significant impact on Australian politics through his involvement in various electoral campaigns and preference negotiation schemes. He is known for his strategic approach in helping minor parties gain representation in the Australian parliament.
4. Justin Longmuir
Justin Longmuir is a former Australian rules footballer and the current senior coach of the Fremantle Football Club in the Australian Football League (AFL). Born on May 22, 1981, in Northam, a nearby town to Brookton, Longmuir grew up in the region and has since become a well-respected figure in Australian rules football. He had a successful playing career with the Fremantle Dockers and the Collingwood Magpies before transitioning to coaching.
5. Colleen McCullough
Colleen McCullough was an acclaimed Australian author born on June 1, 1937, in Wellington, New South Wales. Although not directly from Brookton, McCullough resided in the region during her later years. She is best known for her novel "The Thorn Birds," which became an international bestseller and was later adapted into a popular television miniseries. McCullough's work often portrayed the complexities of human relationships and historical events.
6. Peter Strickland
Peter Strickland is a British film director and screenwriter born on April 9, 1973. Although not a native of Brookton or Western Australia, Strickland's film "The Duke of Burgundy" (2014) was shot in the area. He is known for his distinctive style and his exploration of themes such as desire, fetishism, and human relationships in his works.
