Biography
As an MC, guest speaker or media presenter, few can capture the essence of our country and its heroes like Rupert McCall. Rupert is the author of five anthologies of verse that have collectively sold over 120,000 copies. He is equally at home in radio or on TV with recent roles hosting Sports Today on 4BC and presenting the sport on CH9. Rupert’s great passion for sport was on display when he was appointed chief commentator for CH10 at the 2007 Rugby World Cup in France. In many sectors, Rupert McCall has become the poet of our generation. In 2005 he was awarded the honour of opening the Prelude to the Dawn Service in Gallipoli with his acclaimed and moving tribute NINETY YEARS AGO His popularity transcends all demographics and ages, from the schools he visits to the corporate and sporting functions that he entertains. He is a passionate Australian and his ability to share this enthusiasm with any audience is warmly received. He has hosted and spoken at various high profile functions including Allan Border Medal Dinners, Australian Export Awards, Olympic receptions, The Birdsville Races, Test Match Rugby functions, tributes and testimonials. Rupert also writes a weekly blog ‘Rhyme or Reason’ for The Brisbane Times – an on-line publication for The Fairfax Group The Rupert McCall story is far from over. He has already carved out a unique position in the Australian and psyche and will continue to captivate and inspire audiences for years to come. Personal Details
D.O.B: 26th November, 1970
Status: Married to Kate Children: Ella, Jacob, Jimmy & Lachlan Books: “on the way to somewhere”
“Stories for the Old Man”
“Green & Gold Malaria”
“Slops Props and Goosestep Flavoured Lifesavers”
“Rhymes Idols & Shenanigans” CDS: "Green and Gold Malaria"
“Bard of the Ruck”
"The Best of Wednsday Morning"
Major Functions Spoken at Include: Erin Brockovich Luncheon 2007
AFL Hall of Fame Dinner 2006
90th Anniversary of Gallipoli Prelude to Dawn Service 2005
Australian Grand Prix Ball 2005
20th Anniversary Reunion of Grand Slam Wallabies 2004
Racing Hall of Fame 2004
Launch of Remembrance Day Poppy Appeal 2004
Melb Cup ‘Call of the Card’ 2003
The Australian Export Awards 2003/04
Bruce Ruxton Testimonial 2002
Allan Border Medal Dinner 2000/01/02
Cox Plate 2001 /02/03
Goodwill Games 2001
Melbourne Centenary of Federation Luncheon 2001
Prime Ministers Olympic Dinner 2000
AFL Grand Final Lunch 1999/2000
As an MC, guest speaker or media presenter, few can capture the essence of our country and its heroes like Rupert McCall. Rupert is the author of five anthologies of verse that have collectively sold over 120,000 copies. He is equally at home in radio or on TV with recent roles hosting Sports Today on 4BC and presenting the sport on CH9. Rupert’s great passion for sport was on display when he was appointed chief commentator for CH10 at the 2007 Rugby World Cup in France.
In many sectors, Rupert McCall has become the poet of our generation. In 2005 he was awarded the honour of opening the Prelude to the Dawn Service in Gallipoli with his acclaimed and moving tribute NINETY YEARS AGO
His popularity transcends all demographics and ages, from the schools he visits to the corporate and sporting functions that he entertains. He is a passionate Australian and his ability to share this enthusiasm with any audience is warmly received.
He has hosted and spoken at various high profile functions including Allan Border Medal Dinners, Australian Export Awards, Olympic receptions, The Birdsville Races, Test Match Rugby functions, tributes and testimonials.
Rupert also writes a weekly blog ‘Rhyme or Reason’ for The Brisbane Times – an on-line publication for The Fairfax Group
The Rupert McCall story is far from over. He has already carved out a unique position in the Australian and psyche and will continue to captivate and inspire audiences for years to come.
Personal Details
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| D.O.B: | 26th November, 1970 |
| Status: | Married to Kate |
| Children: | Ella, Jacob, Jimmy & Lachlan |
| Books: | “on the way to somewhere” “Stories for the Old Man” “Green & Gold Malaria” “Slops Props and Goosestep Flavoured Lifesavers” “Rhymes Idols & Shenanigans” |
| CDS: | "Green and Gold Malaria" |
| Major Functions Spoken at Include: | Erin Brockovich Luncheon 2007 |
