John Brown, Ipswich Grammar School, 1958-1959

John Brown represented Queensland from 1963-71. In 1969 he was awarded the Rothman's Medal for the best and fairest rugby league player in Queensland and in 1970 he was selected in the Australian team for the Rugby League World Cup in England.

He also represented Queensland in Sheffield Shield matches from 1964-66 as an opening batsman. After his playing days he became ABC Queensland’s ball-by-ball cricket commentator for 12 years and also a TV rugby league commentator. From 1982-85 he spent a term as an elected councillor with Ipswich City Council.