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Arthur Gorrie

1922 – 1992

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About Arthur Gorrie

Lived 1922 – 1992 (aged 70). Arthur Gorrie was a hobbyist.

Arthur Dingwall Gorrie (19 May 1922 – 21 June 1992) was an Australian hobbyist. He ran a small hobby shop in Woolloongabba and was involved with model aeronautical clubs including the Model Aeronautical Association of Australia and the Queensland Model Aeronautical Association from the early 1950s. He was involved with Toastmasters International and was honored by them on many occasions. He became a Distinguished Toastmaster in 1979 and Toastmaster of the Year on eight occasions.

In 1987, the Model Aeronautical Association of Australia inducted Gorrie into their Hall of Fame for his promotion of aeromodelling in Queensland for over thirty years. On 8 June 1992, he was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia for his services to Toastmasters and the Model Aeronautical Association of Australia.

Gorrie died from a heart attack on 21 June 1992, his family accepted his OAM on his behalf. His work with Toastmasters included helping with the rehabilitation of prisoners in the state's jails, his work in that area led to him being honored by having the Arthur Gorrie Correctional Centre at Wacol named after him when it was opened in late 1992.

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Hobbyist
Awards
Medal of the Order of Australia
Also known as
Arthur Dingwall Gorrie

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Arthur Gorrie?

Australian hobbyist (1922-1992)

When was Arthur Gorrie born?

Arthur Gorrie was born on 19 May 1922 in West End.

When did Arthur Gorrie die?

Arthur Gorrie died on 21 June 1992.

What was Arthur Gorrie's occupation?

Arthur Gorrie was a hobbyist.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Arthur Gorrie

· Wikidata: Q18808740

· DBpedia: Arthur Gorrie

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