Cue Who's Who
Distinguished and Famous people from Cue
1. John de Mori
John de Mori is a famous Australian prospector who made significant discoveries of gold in the Cue area. He is renowned for his role in the Murrin Murrin gold rush in the late 19th century, which led to the establishment of Cue as a prosperous gold mining town.
2. Kathleen O'Connor
Kathleen O'Connor was an accomplished Australian artist born in Cue. She gained recognition for her exceptional skills in painting, particularly landscapes and maritime scenes. O'Connor's work has been exhibited extensively both nationally and internationally.
3. Paddy Hannan
Paddy Hannan was an Irish-born gold prospector who played a substantial role in the discovery of gold in Kalgoorlie, which ultimately led to the establishment of the Western Australian goldfields. Although he did not originate from Cue, his contributions greatly impacted the region and its development.
4. Charles (Smackem) Reynolds
Charles Reynolds was a well-known boxer from the Cue region who achieved fame during the early 20th century. Known by his nickname "Smackem," Reynolds had numerous victories to his name and became a local sporting icon.
5. The Hughes Family
The Hughes family is a notable Australian family originating from Cue. Family members have achieved success in various fields, including sports, politics, and entertainment. Among the prominent members of the Hughes family are cricketers Kim Hughes and Shaun Marsh, as well as politician Kim Beazley Jr.
