Tallangatta Who's Who
Distinguished and Famous people from Tallangatta
1. Alfred George Howard (1907-1996)
Alfred George Howard, commonly known as A. G. Howard, was born in Tallangatta, Victoria. He was a prominent Australian politician. Howard served as a member of the Australian House of Representatives from 1949 to 1969, representing the Division of Riverina.
2. Laraine Stephens (born 1941)
Laraine Stephens, born in Tallangatta, is an accomplished Australian actress. She gained recognition in the entertainment industry for her roles in various films and television series. Stephens appeared in movies such as "Ride Beyond Vengeance" (1966) and "Warning Shot" (1967). She also starred in popular TV shows like "Perry Mason" and "Bonanza".
3. Max Phillips (1928-2006)
Max Phillips, born in Tallangatta, was an Australian cricketer. He played as a right-handed batsman and wicket-keeper. Phillips represented Victoria in first-class cricket matches from 1950 to 1956. He also played six test matches for the Australian national team between 1952 and 1953.
4. Harold Pannam (1904-1978)
Harold Pannam, originally from Tallangatta, was a renowned Australian rules footballer. He played as a rover for the Richmond Football Club in the Victorian Football League (VFL) from 1922 to 1937. Pannam was known for his remarkable agility, skill, and exceptional game sense.
5. Dorothy Green (1909-1974)
Dorothy Green, born in Tallangatta, was an accomplished Australian artist. She specialized in watercolor landscapes and was particularly known for her breathtaking depictions of rural scenes. Green's artworks have been exhibited and celebrated in various galleries across Australia.
