About Os Deane
Lived 1890 – 1955 (aged 64–65). Os Deane was a rugby league player.
Os Deane (18901955) was an Australian rugby league footballer who played in the 1900s and 1910s. He played in the NSWRFL premiership for North Sydney as a utility.
Playing career Deane began his first grade career in 1909 against Western Suburbs in a 5–5 draw. In 1913, Deane was selected to represent New South Wales when they toured New Zealand. Deane made 5 appearances on tour and scored two tries.
Deane was one of the club's longest serving players in the early years but his time at the club was not a successful one with the club failing to make the finals and finished last on the table twice.
Deane was the brother of Lal Deane who later became a referee and Sid Deane who represented Australia, New South Wales and was named in the North Sydney Bears team of the century.
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Who was Os Deane?
Australian rugby league footballer
When was Os Deane born?
Os Deane was born in 1890 in St Leonards.
When did Os Deane die?
Os Deane died on 10 June 1955.
What was Os Deane's occupation?
Os Deane was a rugby league player.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Os Deane. https://biography.guide/os-deane/
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