Lily Poulett-Harris was born in Tasmania, Australia.
Lily Poulett-Harris was born on September 2, 1873, in Tasmania, Australia. She was raised in a family dedicated to education and reform, her father being a well-known educational reformer. Her birth marked the beginning of a life that would significantly impact the development of women's sports in Australia, specifically cricket. In an era where women were often restricted from participating in such communal sports, her birth laid foundations for new possibilities and changes in perception regarding women's roles in athletics.