Historical information

Sir Hubert Opperman (1904-1996) was an Australian politician and cyclist, whose endurance cycling feats in 1920s and 1930s earned him international acclaim. He competed in many international races including the Tour de France.

Significance

Sir Hubert Opperman was award the OBE whose cycling feats earned him international acclaim.

Physical description

Newspaper article printed in the Sun News-Pictorial, Saturday, January 18, 1930. Article includes Hubert Opperman's photo together with a description of his cycling record ride from Sydney to Melbourne.