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Gregory Yurisich AM was born in Perth, Australia, was one of the world’s leading operatic baritones and is described by Placido Domingo as his favourite baritone. His portrayals of the great Verdi repertory earned him tremendous critical acclaim - “phenomenal” and “overwhelming” described his portrayal...

Professor John Yovich MD PhD FRCOG FRANZCOG CREI graduated MBBS from UWA in 1970, progressing into Specialist Obstetrics & Gynaecology practice in 1976. Born in Midland in 1945 on 31st July, John attended Midland Primary School (1951-55), thereafter Middle Swan Primary School (1956-57) after the family home moved...

Integrity, trust and an indefatigable personal energy have seen Satterley founder and chief executive Nigel Satterley create one of Australia’s largest and most successful property development companies.   In career rich in industry and government accolades, Mr Satterley’s business achievements, contributions to the property development industry and his charitable involvements were celebrated at the...

Jan Cooper was the AFL Manager: Female Football Development for 12 years. Prior to this role she was with the WA Football Commission as their Female Football Manager whilst still primary school teaching. In that time she lead the increase in female AFL participation nationally from...

Since graduating from Governor Stirling Senior High School John Gangell has been prolific in the local community through his involvement with a number of local and Government organisations. When elected President of the Governor Stirling P&C Committee in 2001 John became the youngest ever President...

SUPERINTENDENT VALDO SORGIOVANNI APM Governor Stirling 1975-1979 I joined the Western Australia Police Force in July 1982 and worked in numerous, and predominantly, metropolitan detective offices and various business units. That included: Tactical Response Group Macro Task Force – Claremont Serial Murders Sexual Assault Squad National Crime...

Rear Admiral Raydon Gates matriculated from Governor Stirling Senior High School in 1969, the same year he achieved his Queen Scout award. He joined the navy graduating from the Royal Australian Naval College in 1974. He served in the Royal Australian Navy for...

Bruce is a Professor Medicine, lung specialist and cancer researcher. He has also written several best-selling books on fathering and founded The Fathering Project, which has already had a major impact on the future of Australia’s young people. He regularly undertakes humanitarian medical work in...

Anthony (Tony) Longford Mann – 08.11.1945 - 15.11.2019 A proud Swan Valley son, best known for his impressive cricket career. Tony began playing First Grade cricket in 1960 at the age of 14. He played club cricket with University, Midland-Guildford and Mount Lawley. Represented Western Australia...

Ron was fortunate to attend Governor Stirling after beginning his education at West Midland Infants School and Midland Primary. He grew up close by at 12 Ford Street West Midland. From Governor Stirling he went to UWA and Graduated with a Bachelor of Economics in 1967....