Catherine Tizard

Catherine Tizard

Governor-General of New Zealand from 1990 to 1996

Died aged 90AriesNew Zealand

Biography

Dame Catherine Anne Tizard (née Maclean; 4 April 1931 – 31 October 2021) was a New Zealand politician who served as mayor of Auckland City from 1983 to 1990, and the 16th governor-general of New Zealand from 1990 to 1996. She was the first woman to hold either office.

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Career highlights

Career & roles

  • Governor-General of New Zealand
  • Mayor of Auckland City

Employers / organisations

  • University of Auckland

Family

Spouse(s)
Bob Tizard
Children
Anne CulpanJudith Tizard

Awards & honours (7)

  • Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire
  • Dame Grand Cross of the Royal Victorian Order
  • Dame Grand Cross of the Order of St Michael and St George
  • Order of New Zealand
  • Companion of the Queen's Service Order
  • New Zealand Suffrage Centennial Medal 1993
  • honorary doctor of the University of Auckland

Quick answers about Catherine Tizard

How old was Catherine Tizard?
Catherine Tizard died on October 31, 2021 at the age of 90.
When is Catherine Tizard's birthday?
Catherine Tizard was born on April 4, 1931.
Where was Catherine Tizard born?
Catherine Tizard was born in Auckland.
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Catherine Tizard's zodiac sign is Aries.
What is Catherine Tizard's nationality?
Catherine Tizard is a citizen of New Zealand.
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Catherine Tizard is known as politician, activist, university teacher.
Who has Catherine Tizard been married to?
According to Wikidata, Catherine Tizard's spouse is or was Bob Tizard.
How many children did Catherine Tizard have?
Wikidata lists 2 children of Catherine Tizard.

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