Legendary shearer Jimmy Gibbs inducted into Hall of Fame
Story: Kristin Murdock and Rod Corfe
A legendary shearer whose remarkable career took him through the woolsheds of Bourke and beyond has been honoured with induction into the Australian Shearers Hall of Fame, more than 80 years after his death.
James Gibbs, affectionately known as ‘Jimmy the Gun’, was among five shearers inducted into the Hall of Fame at Shear Outback in Hay on Saturday, October 24, recognising his extraordinary contribution to Australia’s shearing industry.
For his great-great-granddaughter, Lynda Lange, of Kingaroy in Queensland, the honour was the culmination of years spent retracing Jimmy’s footsteps and discovering the remarkable story of his life.
Speaking on 2WEB during a visit to Bourke following the induction ceremony, Linda said the family was delighted to see Jimmy’s achievements recognised.[…]
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