Bill Rowling

New Zealand Prime Minister

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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