About Tamara Nowitzki
Born 1976. Tamara Nowitzki is an Australian swimmer.
Tamara Leigh Nowitzki (born 22 May 1976) is a Paralympic swimming competitor from Australia and a silver medalist at the 2000 Sydney Paralympics.
Personal She was born in Brisbane. At the age of 13 months she was diagnosed with cerebral palsy. Nowitzki attended Ferny Grove High School. At the 2000 Paralympics she was coached by Brendan Keogh.
Recognition
In 2000, she was awarded the Australian Sports Medal and in 2013 she was recognised at the Dickson Citizen of the Year.
In 2012 Nowitzki released her autobiography 'No Ordinary Girl' to raise awareness of the rare condition Dopa-responsive Dystonia which is often misdiagnosed as cerebral palsy and to reduce the stigma surrounding mental illness.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Tamara Nowitzki?
Paralympic swimmer of Australia
When was Tamara Nowitzki born?
Tamara Nowitzki was born on 22 May 1976 in Brisbane.
What is Tamara Nowitzki's occupation?
Tamara Nowitzki is a swimmer.
What nationality is Tamara Nowitzki?
Tamara Nowitzki is Australian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Tamara Nowitzki. https://biography.guide/tamara-nowitzki/
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