Evelyn Webster

Evelyn Webster was a pioneering New Zealand tennis player who made history as the first Kiwi to compete at Wimbledon. Born in Helensville, she overcame her smaller stature to achieve significant success in tennis, winning the national ladies singles championship in 1948 and competing in four Wimbledon tournaments between 1951 and 1954. Beyond her tennis career, she was known for her adventurous spirit, active lifestyle, and contributions to community projects, including the establishment of facilities for boaters at Smokehouse Bay.