The grandson of the Man Who Invented Vegemite will visit The Lambert School in Hobart on Wednesday to spread his grandfather’s inspirational story.
Jamie Callister spent the past seven years researching and writing his grandfather Cyril Percy Callister’s previously unknown and untold story for his book The Man Who Invented Vegemite, which was released last month (October 2012, Murdoch Books).
“I want to share with the students is a story of determination and perseverance about a remarkable Australian scientist, my grandfather, who overcame enormous challenges to achieve his dream,” Jamie said.
It took more than 15 years, the Great Depression and the Second World War before Vegemite was accepted by the nation.
“For most of these kids growing up with Vegemite toast before school or Vegemite sandwiches in their lunch, the spread is a daily occurrence and a part of our Australian culture,” Jamie said.
“I hope these students can take inspiration from my grandfather’s story – many great things can happen from humble beginnings.”
The Lambert School
