About Bill Melville
Lived 1902 – 1981 (aged 79). Bill Melville was an Australian military personnel and rugby league player.
William Elvy Melville (1902–1981) was an Australian rugby league footballer from the 1920s.
Bill Melville was graded at Glebe from the Darlington junior rugby league club in 1926. He played two first grade seasons with Glebe before retiring, playing in the forward pack with the great Frank Burge.
Bill Melville was the father of the premiership winning St. George forward Harry Meville from the 1950s. He was also a member of the AIF during World War II.
Bill Melville died at Mascot, New South Wales on 15 Jan 1981 age 79.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Bill Melville?
Australian rugby league player
When was Bill Melville born?
Bill Melville was born on 10 January 1902 in Redfern.
When did Bill Melville die?
Bill Melville died on 15 January 1981.
What was Bill Melville's occupation?
Bill Melville was a military personnel and rugby league player.
What nationality was Bill Melville?
Bill Melville was Australian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bill Melville. https://biography.guide/bill-melville/
MLA: "Bill Melville." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bill-melville/.
Chicago: "Bill Melville." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/bill-melville/.
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