Matthew Burke

St Joseph’s College Hunters Hill 1990.

Former Rugby Union player and sports presenter for Network Ten.

Played for the Australian Under 21s team in 1992 and 1993, played at the Hong Kong Sevens in 1992 and Rugby World Cup Sevens in 1993.

Made full test debut in 1993 for the Wallabies at fullback against the Springboks.

Contributed to team wins as a goalkicker and try scorer at the 1992 Rugby World Cup and multiple Bledisloe Cups.

Upon retirement, held 22 Australian Rugby records.

Named Wallaby of the Year in 1996 and to the World XV team in 2006.

Source: Marist College Canberra 1998: Celebrating 125 Years of Sporting Achievement Australia 1872-1997.