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Toora Who's Who

Distinguished and Famous people from Toora

1. Sir George Julius (1873-1946)

Sir George Julius was an Australian engineer and businessman, born in Toora, Victoria. He is best known for inventing the world's first practical mechanical totalisator, a device used for betting on horse racing.

2. Keith Miller (1919-2004)

Keith Miller was an Australian cricketer and World War II pilot, born in Toora, Victoria. He was a prominent all-rounder, known for his exceptional skills in both batting and fast bowling. Miller played for the Australian national cricket team from 1946 to 1956.

3. Dame Mabel Brookes (1890-1975)

Dame Mabel Brookes, born Mabel Balcombe Emmerton in Toora, Victoria, was a prominent Australian tennis player. She achieved great success during her career, winning numerous titles including the Australian Championships (now Australian Open) in 1924 and 1925.

4. John Pascoe Fawkner (1792-1869)

John Pascoe Fawkner was one of the founders of Melbourne, Australia. Although not born in Toora, he is associated with the area as he briefly owned land in the vicinity. Fawkner played a major role in the establishment of Melbourne as a city and was influential in the early development of Victoria.

5. Amy Gillett (1976-2005)

Amy Gillett, an Australian cyclist, was tragically killed in a road accident during a training ride in Germany. Although not born in Toora, she grew up in the town and attended Toora Primary School. Gillett was a talented athlete who represented Australia at various international cycling events.

6. Sir Walter Hartwell James (1863-1943)

Sir Walter Hartwell James was an Australian politician who served as the 25th Premier of Western Australia from 1902 to 1904. He was born in Toora, Victoria, and later became a prominent figure in Western Australian politics.

Please note that the above list is not exhaustive and there may be other distinguished individuals associated with Toora, Victoria, who are not mentioned here.

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