Republished with permission. Chapter 29 of the book: A Touch of Dutch. For the full pdf of the book click here.
Johannes (John) de Roo (1924–2016) stands as a remarkable example of resilience, community spirit, and the enduring impact of Dutch migrants on Australian life. Born in Leiden, the Netherlands, on 6 June 1924, John grew Read more…
Renaye Iserief is a celebrated figure in the early history of Australian women’s football, but her story is also deeply tied to the broader Dutch-Australian migration narrative. She is one of two Dutch-Australian women — Read more…
Henk Thijssens (1937–2020) was a cornerstone of the football community in Canberra — a respected referee, coach, and club volunteer whose Dutch-Australian journey reflected a life shaped by resilience, service, and love for the game. Read more…