Peter Row - An early pastoral pioneer in the Herberton area, known for his development of cattle farms in the late 1800s.
Henry William Herbert - The town of Herberton was named after Henry Herbert, an early prominent pastoralist in the region.
Politicians:
Warren Entsch - A well-known Australian politician and current member of the Australian House of Representatives representing the Division of Leichhardt. Born in Herberton.
Ted Walsh - Former Australian politician and member of the Queensland Legislative Assembly, represented the Mulgrave constituency. Walsh was born in Herberton.
Sports Personalities:
Tom McGinty - Australian rules footballer who played for the North Melbourne Football Club in the Victorian Football League (VFL). McGinty was born in Herberton.
Tom O'Sullivan - Former professional rugby league footballer who played for the North Queensland Cowboys in the National Rugby League (NRL). O'Sullivan hails from Herberton.
Famous Artists:
Ethel Carrick Fox - Australian Impressionist painter known for her vibrant landscapes and still life paintings. Carrick Fox was born in Herberton.
Irma Stern - Renowned South African painter born in South Africa but spent considerable time in Herberton. She is known for her expressionist style and works depicting African landscapes.
Entertainers:
Dean Barton-Smith - Australian illusionist and escapologist who has performed in various countries around the world. Barton-Smith grew up in Herberton.
Grant Denyer - Celebrity television presenter and motor racing driver. Denyer was born in Herberton and later rose to fame hosting popular shows in Australia.
Is there someone we have missed? Would you like to honor a distinguished resident from Herberton? We welcome the public to sponsor individuals by creating your own permanent article in the Herberton Hall of Fame
