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What was Muldoon known for?
Muldoon served successively as Minister of Tourism (1967), Minister of Finance (1967–1972), and the fourth deputy prime minister (1972). He became Leader of the Opposition in 1974 and led the National Party to a decisive victory in the 1975 general election.
WHO declared NZ Nuclear Free?
On 8 June 2007 during Parliamentary debate on New Zealand’s Nuclear-Free Legislations 20th Anniversary, the Hon Phil Goff (Minister for Disarmament and Arms Control) reaffirmed his Government’s commitment to New Zealand’s Nuclear free Zone legislation.
Who was New Zealand’s first prime minister?
Some historians regard James FitzGerald as New Zealand’s first prime minister, although a more conventional view is that neither he nor his successor (Thomas Forsaith) should properly be given that title. Most commonly, Henry Sewell, who served during 1856, is regarded as New Zealand’s first premier.
Why did Muldoon call a snap election?
Muldoon felt that he could no longer maintain a majority until the end of the sitting year. The 1984 election was called when Marilyn Waring told Muldoon that she would not support his government in the vote over an opposition-sponsored anti-nuclear bill.
What is a Muldoon?
Muldoon is an Irish family name. It is represented throughout the world where descendants of emigrants of people bearing that name have settled; e.g. USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa and other countries. This name means “Hill-fort”, the “fort” coming from the “Duin”.
What did Robert Muldoon do about the Springbok tour?
National’s new leader Robert Muldoon declared that the cancellation of the tour was ‘one issue on which people will change their vote’. He maintained that a National government would welcome a Springbok team to New Zealand, ‘even if there were threats of violence and civil strife’.
Who was killed on the Rainbow Warrior?
Fernando Pereira
On 11 July 1985, news spread of dramatic explosions on the Auckland waterfront. Greenpeace flagship the Rainbow Warrior had been sunk while moored at Marsden Wharf. One crew member, Fernando Pereira, had been killed.
Who preceded Jacinda Ardern?
Jacinda Ardern
| The Right Honourable Jacinda Ardern MP | |
|---|---|
| Deputy | Kelvin Davis |
| Preceded by | Andrew Little |
| Succeeded by | Bill English |
| 17th Deputy Leader of the Labour Party |
Who was PM in NZ 1984?
David Lange was New Zealand’s youngest prime minister of the 20th century. Renowned for his sharp wit and oratory, he led the fourth Labour government from 1984 until 1989. Read more…
Who won election in 1984?
It was held on Tuesday, November 6, 1984. Incumbent Republican President Ronald Reagan defeated former Vice President Walter Mondale, the Democratic candidate, in a landslide victory, winning 525 electoral votes and 58.8 percent of the popular vote.