Dave Parkinson

Dave Parkinson (1923–1978) was an Australian professional rugby league footballer who played as a fullback during the 1940s and 1950s, representing both Australia internationally and New South Wales as an interstate representative. He played club football for Cessnock in the Newcastle Rugby League and Balmain in the Sydney NSWRFL Premiership, with additional career experience in Queensland and New South Wales. There is no known author named Dave Parkinson; the individual is primarily recognized as a sports figure.