Robert 'Bob' Brenning (1932–1959) was a professional

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footballer in the Australian competition, the New South Wales Rugby League (NSWRL) premiership. A Front-row forward, Brenning played for the

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club, he made 20 1st grade appearances for that club in the years 1957-58 and is recognised as being that Eastern Suburbs club's 471st player. Brenning is also the Great uncle of Parramatta players Ian and

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. Brenning was killed when the work machinery he was operating struck high voltage power lines in 1959.

Sources

* The Encyclopedia of Rugby League players – Alan Whiticker & Glen Hudson Australian rugby league players Sydney Roosters players Industrial accident deaths 1959 deaths 1932 births Place of birth missing {{Australia-rugbyleague-bio-1930s-stub