R. C. Packer
R. C. Packer | |
|---|---|
| Born | Robert Clyde Packer 24 July 1879 |
| Died | 12 April 1934 (aged 54) |
| Occupation | Journalist |
| Years active | 1899–1930 |
| Known for | Founder of Smith's Weekly and Australian Associated Newspapers |
| Spouse |
Ethel Hewson (m. 1903) |
| Children | Frank Packer Kathleen Mary Packer |
| Relatives | Packer family |
Robert Clyde Packer (24 July 1879 – 12 April 1934), known as R. C. Packer, was an Australian journalist, media proprietor and founder of Australia's Packer media dynasty, which would later own Publishing & Broadcasting Limited and later held a controlling interest in Crown Resorts through Consolidated Press Holdings.