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Port Melbourne Who's Who

Distinguished and Famous people from Port Melbourne

1. Cate Blanchett

Cate Blanchett is an internationally renowned Australian actress and theatre director. She was born on May 14, 1969, in Ivanhoe, Melbourne, but grew up in Port Melbourne. Blanchett has received numerous accolades throughout her career, including two Academy Awards, three Golden Globe Awards, and three British Academy Film Awards. Her notable film appearances include "Elizabeth," "Blue Jasmine," and "Carol."

2. Julian Assange

Julian Assange, born on July 3, 1971, in Townsville, Queensland, spent his early childhood in Port Melbourne. He gained worldwide prominence as the founder and editor-in-chief of WikiLeaks, a non-profit organization that publishes classified information and news leaks. Assange's work with WikiLeaks has made a significant impact on global politics and information sharing.

3. Frank Thring

Frank Thring was an Australian character actor born on May 11, 1926, in Melbourne. He grew up in Port Melbourne and became widely recognized for his impressive theatrical performances and captivating screen presence. Thring appeared in many Australian and international films, including "Ben-Hur" and "Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome."

4. Oodgeroo Noonuccal

Oodgeroo Noonuccal, formerly known as Kath Walker, was an Aboriginal Australian poet, political activist, and artist. She was born on November 3, 1920, on Stradbroke Island, Queensland, but later settled in Port Melbourne. Noonuccal played a significant role in promoting Indigenous rights and her poetry provided a powerful voice for the Aboriginal community in Australia.

5. Michael Klim

Michael Klim is a former Australian Olympic swimmer who was born on August 13, 1977, in Gdynia, Poland. He moved to Port Melbourne at a young age and went on to represent Australia in multiple Olympic Games, winning several medals. Klim achieved great success in butterfly and freestyle swimming events, earning him a place among Australia's swimming legends.

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