Notable people and businesses [vertical file]

Goulburn and the surrounding Southern Tablelands region has many notable people and businesses in its history. Many of these personalities have been memorable for their work within their local communities, such as politicians, councillors and activists; fundraisers and community workers; business operators and workers. Others, including many sportspeople, have spread their wings to wider state, national, and even international arenas. This collection of material draws together the names of many individuals and businesses who have made their mark at some point, in some way.

Envelope contains:

* 24-page slideshow summary: "Who grew the Southern Tablelands? Cultures and Communities" by Lynn Bonomini, Regional History Coordinator, STRL for a family history conference held in Goulburn, 5 Nov 2011. Provides a general introduction to the history of the area and its people.

* 1-page list: "Well known men of Goulburn: 1915 era". List compiled from a 'portrait gallery' collection of photographic images that was located outside of the Library's Regional History Room. Images held in the Library's photo collection.

* Newspaper feature supplement, Goulburn Post: "Millennium highlights" 31 Dec 1999, pp.1-6 and 27-32. Features people and events of note in public, sports and business, such as Ernie McDermott, former Mayor and publican; Kevin Walsh, former lawyer; Gavin Miller, Rugby League player; Michael Diamond, Olympic trap shooter; Bruce Devlin, golfer; Brett Bensley, shooter; Dunc Gray, cyclist; Brett Ogle, golfer; Simon Poidevin, Rugby Union player; and many others

* 2 pages of newspaper feature articles, Goulburn Post: "Achievers: Millennium highlights", 31 Dec 1999, pp20-21. Contains an itemised list of 'Notable business names'; 'Some Goulburn achievers'; 'Ten golden couples'; 'Mulwaree Shire leaders'

* 2 articles from Highlife Magazine: "Love a fare", Apr/May 2001, p.144 featuring Max and Ann Redman, taxi drivers with Goulburn Taxi Service; and "Spitfire love story: Honouring the dream", v11 (5), Jun/Jul 2007, pp.149-151 featuring Carolyn Grace, Spitfire pilot.