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Bill Rowling

Prime Minister of New Zealand, politician, teacher (1927-1995)

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Sir Wallace Edward "Bill" Rowling was a New Zealand politician who was the 30th prime minister of New Zealand from 1974 to 1975. He held office as the leader of the Labour Party.

Quick facts

Born
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Place of birth
Motueka wd
Died
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Place of death
Nelson wd
Citizenship
New Zealand wd
Occupation
politician, diplomat wd
Political party
New Zealand Labour Party wd
Education
University of Canterbury, Nelson College wd
Spouse
Glen Rowling wd

Positions held wd

  • Leader of the Opposition (12 December 1975 – 3 February 1983)
  • Prime Minister of New Zealand (6 September 1974 – 12 December 1975)
  • Minister of Foreign Affairs (6 September 1974 – 12 December 1975)
  • Minister of Finance (8 December 1972 – 6 September 1974)
  • Member of the New Zealand Parliament (1962–1972)
  • Member of the Privy Council of the United Kingdom
  • ambassador

Awards wd

  • Knight Commander of the Order of St Michael and St George (1983)
  • Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee Medal
  • New Zealand 1990 Commemoration Medal
  • Commander of the Order of Orange-Nassau (1992)
  • honorary doctor of the University of Canterbury (1987)

Questions

When was Bill Rowling born?
Bill Rowling was born on 15 November 1927 in Motueka.
What positions has Bill Rowling held?
Positions held by Bill Rowling include: Leader of the Opposition (1975–1983); Prime Minister of New Zealand (1974–1975); Minister of Foreign Affairs (1974–1975); Minister of Finance (1972–1974); Member of the New Zealand Parliament (1962–1972).
Where did Bill Rowling study?
Bill Rowling was educated at University of Canterbury, Nelson College.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Bill Rowling · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q862430 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Bill Rowling, 1974 (crop).jpg by Archives New Zealand (CC BY 2.0)

Last updated · facts checked 13 November 2026

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