Bill Rowling
New Zealand Prime Minister
Born
November 15th, 1927
97 years ago
Died
1995
30 years ago — 68 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
New Zealand
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Elected as the 30th Prime Minister of New Zealand, held office from 1974 to 1975. Led the Labour Party following the resignation of predecessor. Focused on social reform and economic issues during tenure, including efforts to improve education and health care policies. Returned to Parliament after losing the premiership and remained active in politics. Contributed to the development of the party's policies and ideology post-premiership.
Served as the 30th Prime Minister of New Zealand
Led the Labour Party in the mid-1970s
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