Michael Fowler, Mayor
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Date
1974-1983
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Born in Marton, in the Rangitikei, Michael Fowler was well liked for his liveliness and sense of humour, traits that he brought to Wellington City Council when he was elected mayor in 1974.
Fowler, an architect, was concerned by the earthquake risk faced by the city. During his mayoral term, Wellington underwent a sustained period of development transforming it into a modern city. About 90 buildings were demolished in the central city. The 30-storey BNZ building - now known as the State Tower - was constructed and became Wellington's tallest building at the time.
Fowler, an architect, was concerned by the earthquake risk faced by the city. During his mayoral term, Wellington underwent a sustained period of development transforming it into a modern city. About 90 buildings were demolished in the central city. The 30-storey BNZ building - now known as the State Tower - was constructed and became Wellington's tallest building at the time.
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259x211mm print
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ART00659
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