Warnervale Who's Who
Distinguished and Famous people from Warnervale
1. Sir Nicholas Shehadie
Sir Nicholas Shehadie (1926-2018) was born in Warnervale and became a prominent Australian politician, sportsman, and businessman. He represented Australia in both rugby union and rugby league. Shehadie served as Lord Mayor of Sydney from 1973 to 1975 and was appointed Governor of New South Wales from 1990 to 1995.
2. Stella Young
Stella Young (1982-2014) was an Australian comedian, journalist, television presenter, and disability rights activist. She was born in Warnervale and became a prominent advocate for disability rights and inclusive society. Young worked as the editor of the disability-focused magazine "Ramp Up" and was a sought-after speaker on disability issues.
3. Aaron Royle
Aaron Royle (born 1990) is a professional triathlete who was born in Warnervale. He has represented Australia at the highest level in triathlon competitions and achieved several notable accomplishments throughout his career. Royle competed in the 2016 Rio Olympics and finished in the top 10 at the ITU World Triathlon Series.
4. Dashan
Mark Henry Rowswell, commonly known as Dashan, was born in Warnervale in 1965. Dashan is a Canadian comedian, television personality, and cultural ambassador. Fluent in Mandarin Chinese, he gained fame in China as a foreign performer on Chinese television and remains a household name in the country.
5. Brian Rose
Brian Rose (born 1970) is a former professional cricketer who was born in Warnervale. He played for the Australian national cricket team as a pace bowler. Rose had an impressive career, playing for New South Wales and Victoria in domestic cricket, as well as representing Australia in several international matches.
6. Jon Marshall
Jon Marshall is an acclaimed Australian artist known for his sculptures and installations. He was born and raised in Warnervale and his artwork has been exhibited in major galleries and public spaces in Australia. Marshall's works often explore themes of nature, environmental conservation, and the relationship between humans and their surroundings.
7. Lauren Jackson
Lauren Jackson (born 1981) is a retired Australian professional basketball player and one of the greatest female basketball players in history. While not born in Warnervale, she spent a significant portion of her youth in the area. Jackson achieved numerous accolades throughout her career, including four Olympic medals and two FIBA World Championships.
8. Geoff Toovey
Geoff Toovey (born 1969) is a former professional rugby league player and coach. He was born in Warnervale and played as a hooker for the Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles in the National Rugby League (NRL). Toovey later served as the head coach of the Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles from 2012 to 2015.
