Rosaleen Miriam Norton, also known as "Thorn," was an Australian artist and occultist known for her pantheistic/Neopagan Witchcraft and association with the Greek god Pan. Living in the bohemian area of Kings Cross, Sydney, she became known as the "Witch of Kings Cross" and led her own coven of witches. Norton's paintings often depicted supernatural entities and caused controversy in conservative 1940s and 1950s Australia. Her esoteric beliefs, cosmology, and visionary art were closely intertwined, reflecting her unique approach to the magical universe. Born in Dunedin, New Zealand, Norton had a strained relationship with her family, was expelled from school for disruptive behavior, and later studied art under renowned sculptor Rayner Hoff. She pursued a career in writing and art, but her illustrations were deemed too controversial. Norton's marriage to Beresford Lionel Conroy and their subsequent hitch-hiking trip across Australia ended in divorce upon Conroy's return from serving in World War II. Norton's life and work were inspired by the 'night' side of magic, emphasizing darkness and studying the qlippoth, alongside forms of sex magic influenced by English occultist Aleister Crowley.

Rosaleen Mills (16 July 1905 – 17 September 1993) was an Irish activist, educator, and multilingual scholar who made significant contributions to women's rights and education in Ireland. Born in Ballinasloe, County Galway, she pursued her education at Trinity College Dublin, specializing in Spanish and French and later living and traveling across Europe and Russia. Mills was a pioneer in women's activism, advocating for women's rights through her involvement in various organizations. Her dedication to women's causes led to the establishment of the National Commission on the Status of Women in Ireland. Additionally, she played a crucial role in the Irish Federation of Women's Graduates' Associations and the Council for the Status of Women, contributing to policy changes and promoting gender equality. Mills' career also included teaching positions and her involvement in educational initiatives, such as the establishment of Sutton Park, a co-educational and non-denominational school in Dublin. Fluent in seven languages, she was also engaged in cultural and social organizations, leaving a lasting impact on Irish society. Rosaleen Mills passed away in 1993, leaving behind a remarkable legacy of activism and educational advancement.Keywords: Rosaleen Mills, Irish activist, educator, women's rights, Ireland, Trinity College Dublin, National Commission on the Status of Women, Irish Federation of Women's Graduates' Associations, Council for the Status of Women