About Conrad Primmer
Lived 1924 – 2014 (aged 89–90). Conrad Primmer was an Australian physician and rugby union player.
Conrad James Primmer OAM (24 March 1924 — 10 December 2014) was an Australian rugby union international.
Born in Brisbane, Primmer was educated at Brisbane Grammar School. He served in the Navy during the war, as did his brother Jack, who was killed in the sinking of HMAS Sydney. Following the war, Primmer played rugby for GPS and then the University of Queensland, while studying for his medical degree.
Primmer, a lock and specialist line-out jumper, was called up by the Wallabies to contest the Bledisloe Cup for a home series against the All Blacks in 1951. Capped twice, he played in the 1st Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground and 3rd Test at the Gabba. His decision to prioritise his studies cost him further selection.
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Who was Conrad Primmer?
rugby player (1924 — 2014)
When was Conrad Primmer born?
Conrad Primmer was born on 24 March 1924 in Brisbane.
When did Conrad Primmer die?
Conrad Primmer died in 2014.
What was Conrad Primmer's occupation?
Conrad Primmer was a physician and rugby union player.
What nationality was Conrad Primmer?
Conrad Primmer was Australian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Conrad Primmer. https://biography.guide/conrad-primmer/
MLA: "Conrad Primmer." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/conrad-primmer/.
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