The first man to lead a West to East expedition through the western centre of Australia. "The Young Explorer" went on to become the first Premier of Western Australia (1890-1901) and a cabinet Minister in Australia's first federal parliament, (1901-1918).

a gifted lawyer with liberal beliefs Leake became Western Australia's third Premier (1901-1902).

A lawyer who held a strong belief in responsible self government. Parker as Chairman of the Perth City Council (1877-1879). Mayor of Perth, Member of the Legislative Council and Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Western Australia (1906- 1914). A keen sportsman he was also a founder of the West Australian Cricket Association (1885).

A lawyer with intense social and political belief, particularly in federalism, James became the fifth premier of Western Australia (1902-1904) and the Chancellor of the University of Western Australia (1930-1936).

A Rhode scholar, lawyer and politician, Davy also served with the Royal Field Artillery in France and India during World War I. He was appointed King's COunsel in 1932 and during this time in parliament (1924-1933), served as the Minister of Education, Attorney General and Deputy Premier.

A Pastoralist with a decorated military career, McLarty became Western Australia's 17th Premier (1947-1953). Remembered for his contribution to the release of government land for agriculture and industry.

A graduate of the Royal Military College in Duntroon, Hancock served the Royal Australian Air Force from 1925-1965. During his career he served in WWII, was the recipient of the Distinguished Flying Cross and held seven command, including the Air Force's most senior role, Chief of Air Staff (1961-1965).

Born into one of the state's oldest land owning families, Hancock discovered the world's largest iron ore deposit in 1952. Hancock partnered with his old schoolmate E.A "Peter" Wright and the pair entered into a deal with the Rio Tinto Group to develop the iron ore find. Hancock become one of the richest men in Australia.

At the age of 17, Oliver was one of the first West Australian swimmers to be selected for the Australian Olympic team. He represented Australia at the 1936 Berlin Olympics and came seventh in the final, He went on to become the 1939 Commonwealth Champion in the 100m Backstroke. During his career he won 13 freestyle and backstroke Australian titles. he died at the age of 92.

An airforce officer who served in England, Japan and Papua, Hannah was appointed the Governor of Queensland in 1972, the first R.A.A.F. member to attain such a position.

Born in 1943, Drewe a journalist and fiction writer is one of the most awarded writers in the country. Wining two Walkley awards for journalism and numerous awards as a fiction writer, his books have been widely translated, acclaimed and adapted for screen, theatre and radio. These include, The Body Surfers, Our Sunshine (retitled Ned Kelly) and the Shark Net.

Born in 1940, Longley is one of Australia's most celebrated and awarded sailors. He is a veteran of five Australian campaigns for the America's Cup, including the successful challenge in 1983 by Australia II.

Born in 1943, Dowding a lawyer became Western Australia's 24th Premier (1988-1990). Since, he has specialised as a barrister in the areas of family and native-title law. He was a recipient of the Centenary Medal in 2001 for contribution to Australian society and government.

Born in 1947, Court a businessman became Western Australia's 26th Premier (1993-2001). His government was instrumental in the development of the Graham Farmer and Kwinana Freeways.