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One of Australia's most popular children's writers. Writes in nonsense verse. Loves reading and is an ambassador with 'The Indigenous Literacy Foundation' whereby books and literacy resources are given to remote Indigenous communities around Australia. Written books like 'Just Stupid!', 'Just Tricking!' and 'The 26 Storey Tree House'.
Who is Andy Griffiths?
100
I was born in Sydney and have four older siblings. I am 30cm taller than the comic book character that I play so they constantly have to shoot me at weird angles to make me look shorter. I took over from Todd McKenny to perform as Peter Allen in the musical 'The Boy From Oz'. I was cast in the movie 'Australia' as a cattle drover. As a guest on the Oprah show, I flew down on a flying fox and hit my eye. I recently starred in 'Les Miserables' and 'Pan'.
Who is Hugh Jackman?
100
I am the first Prime Minister since Robert Menzies to sit in office twice. I live in Norman Park, near Brisbane in Australia. I was born in Nambour in 1957 and am currently 58 years old. I was dux of Nambour State High School in 1974. I majored in Chinese language and history and my Chinese name is Lù Kèwén. I'm married to a lady named Therese Rein.
Who is Kevin Rudd?
100
I was born on the 4 August, 1989 and was raised in Darwin. I am an indigenous Australian and competed in the Tamworth Country Music Festival when I was 14 years old. In 2006, I auditioned for Australian Idol and became the runner up of this season. I performed as a singer in the movie 'Dream Girls' opposite Beyonce.
Who is Jessica Mauboy?
100
Born in 1988, in Brisbane, I originally competed professionally as a trampoline gymnast. I then became interested in diving and represented Australia in the 2008 Summer Olympics. My partner's name is Lachlan and I am openly came out to the public. I recently came second in DWTS.
Who is Matthew Mitcham?
200
Grew up in England and came to Australia when I was 16. Had various jobs growing up until writing first children's novel in 1993. Writes about serious issues like children's cancer, in a funny and offbeat way. Has written books like 'Soon', 'Once & Then' and 'Two Weeks With The Queen'.
Who is Morris Gleitzman?
200
I am 32 years old and became the first Australian Vicotria Secret Angel. I was raised in the small town of Gunnedah, New South Wales and have a brother Matthew. I moved to Brisbane and attended 'All Hallows School' and graduated in 2000. I started modelling when I was 13 after I entered and won the 1997 annual 'Dolly' magazine competition. I once married Orlando Bloom and am now dating the founder of Instagram.
Who is Miranda Kerr?
200
I served as the 27th Prime Minister of Australia and am a member of the Australian Labor Party. I was bron in Wales but due to suffering from bronchopneumoneia as a child, my parents were instructed to move to a place of warmer climate. I have flaming red hair and was often criticised for my fashion sense.
Who is Julia Gillard?
200
I was born in Malaysia in 1981; however, we moved to Melbourne in 1988. In 2003, I successfully auditioned for Australian Idol and became the first ever winner. I am now a judge on the hit show, 'The X Factor'. I was selected to perform for Australia as an honourable country in the 2015 'Eurovision Contest'.
Who is Guy Sebastian?
200
I was born in 1981 in Adelaide. I was the youngest male ever to be ranked number 1 in the world in singles tennis at the age of 20. I used to wear my cap backwards and said 'Come On' with a 'duck hand' after winning points in a match. I have recently resigned from playing and am married to Bek Hewitt who starred in 'Home and Away'.
Who is Lleyton Hewitt?
300
Has been writing for over 16 years. Has written 120 books+ for kids and adults which have been translated into 19 languages. Has written historical fiction books - giving light on events through Australian history. Has written books such as 'Hitler's Daughter', 'Wombat Wins', 'I am Juliet' and 'Diary of a Wombat'.
Who is Jackie French?
300
I was born in Perth but sadly passed away after a drug overdose in my apartment in New York when I was 28 years old. I was originally cast in 'Home and Away' before heading to America to star in teen comedy '10 Things I Hate About You'. I became more and more popular as I starred in more movies like 'Brokeback Mountain' and 'A Knight's Tale'. I was playing the role of the Joker at the time of my death.
Who is Heath Ledger?
300
I was born in London and moved to Australia when I was 3. My father owns one of the largest orthodontics practices in Australia in Sydney. I was a Rhodes Scholar and attended The Queen's College in Oxford. I became highly successful in politics in 2010 and became the 28th Prime Minister of Australia. I am from the Liberal Party.
Who is Tony Abbott?
300
I was born in 1981 and was born in Melbourne. I became famous in 1999, with the song 'Absolutely Everybody'. I also performed at the 2000 Sydney olympics and the Paralympic Games. In 2009, I relocated to Los Angeles, in California.
Who is Vanessa Amorosi?
300
I was born in 1988 in Sydney. I am a former rugby league player, playing for the Parramatta Eels. In 2009 I was awarded the Dally M Medal and was the NRL player of the year in 2015. I've recently made a breakthrough in America, playing for the San Francisco 49ers in their National Football League.
Who is Jarryd Hayne?
400
I passed away in 2006. I wrote more than 100 books describing life in rural Australia. Many of my books have been made into films or television series. I was made a Companion of the Order of Australia which is the second highest level of the order for services to literature and education. My works include 'Storm Boy', 'Swan Song' and 'The Fiery Salamander'.
Who is Colin Thiele?
400
I was born in Honolulu Hawaii; however, my parents are Australian citizens. I was originally married to Tom Cruise but am now married to Keith Urban. In 2001, I played the cabaret actress in Baz Luhrmann's musical 'Moulin Rouge!' I also starred in the movie 'Australia' set in the Northern Territory during the Japanese attack on Darwin during World War II.
Who is Nicole Kidman?
400
I was born in Sydney on the 24 October, 1954. I won a Rhodes Scholarship in 1978 where I attended Brasenose College in Oxford. I then began working as a barrister (lawyer) and became quite famous in this field. I have recently become the Prime Minister of Australia, as of the 14 September, 2015.
Who is Malcolm Turnbull?
400
I was born in Melbourne, in 1968 making me 47 years old. I shot to fame in Neighbours playing the role of Charlene Robinson (Mitchell) for two years. I since became a recording artist and sang songs like 'The Loco-Motion', 'Spinning Around' and 'Can't Get You Out of My Head'. I am quite short; however, I make up for my height in my energetic dance numbers. My sister is a judge on 'The X Factor'.
Who is Kylie Minogue?
400
I was born in 1987 in Perth. I play for the Sydney Swans but used to play for the Hawthorn Football Club (from 2005 - 2013). I became equal-second in the 2014 Brownlow Medal count. I sadly had to withdraw from playing in the 2015 AFL finals series due to a mental illness. I sometimes go by the name of 'Buddy'.
Who is Lance Franklin?
500
I was born in 1974 and became known as the good drawer. I began drawing and painting images for science fiction and horror stories as a teenager and have illustrated many of my own books. I worked as a concept artist for films like 'Horton Hears a Who' and 'Wall-E'. I have written 'The Rabbits', 'The Red Tree' and an all picture novel, 'The Arrival'.
Who is Shaun Tan?
500
I was born in 1938, am 77 years old and am married to a lady named Patti. I hosted a daytime television show named 'Good Morning Australia' from 1992 - 2005. I also played the role as The Wizard in 'Wicked' and was the disc jokey Vince Fontaine in 'Grease The Musical'. My nickname in the industry is 'Moon Face' because my face is unusually round.
Who is Bert Newton?
500
I was born in Sydney and have a net worth of $6 billion. I own a lot of share and stock in different markets contributing to my wealth. I am currently rumoured to be dating singer Mariah Carey.
Who is James Packer?
500
I originally consisted of four members named Murray, Jeff, Greg and Anthony. I was created in 1991 after being motivated to use concepts of early childhood education to produce music. Each one of us has our own particular colour being Red, Purple, Yellow or Blue. We sing songs such as 'Fruit Salad' and 'Big Red Car'.
Who are The Wiggles?
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I was born in 1983 in Brisbane. I am a rugby league player and am a 4 time Dally M Medallist, as well as one-time Wally Lewis Medallist and as of 2015, I'm the Clive Churchill Medallist. I'm of Indigenous Australian and New Zealand Maori descent. I broke the record for most points in State of Origin history. My team just won the finals of the NRL.
Who is Johnathan Thurston?
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