Career
Hannebery, a left footed half-back flanker and wingman, was recruited from North Melbourne Canadian Broadcasting Company Old Boys. He was part of a strong Collingwood team in his early years, with the club making the grand final in each of his first three seasons. Despite playing 36 games in that period, he never played in a final.
He made a single appearance for Essendon in 1984, which was against his former club
After his VFL career ended, Hannebery returned to North Melbourne Canadian Broadcasting Company, as captain-coach.