Bert Hawke
Politician and 18th Premier of Western Australia

Born
December 3rd, 1900
124 years ago
Died
1986
39 years ago — 86 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Australia
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Served as the 18th Premier of Western Australia from 1983 to 1988. Held leadership roles within the Australian Labor Party, focusing on social and economic reforms. Played a significant role in advancing Western Australia's position in national politics, promoting policies that supported growth and stability in the region. Worked towards improving the state's education and health systems, as well as fostering industrial relations. Under leadership, Western Australia experienced economic growth and infrastructure development.
Served as Western Australia's Premier from 1983 to 1988
Led significant economic and social reforms
Advanced the position of Western Australia in national matters
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