Tom Pearce | |
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&sq=&lang=&file=File:Tom_Pearce.jpg) Pearce circa 1960 | |
| 3rd Chair of the Auckland Regional Authority | |
| In office 12 October 1968 – 10 November 1976 | |
| Deputy | Lee Murdoch |
| Preceded by | Hugh Lambie |
| Succeeded by | Lee Murdoch |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 4 June 1913 Auckland, New Zealand |
| Died | 10 November 1976 Auckland, New Zealand |
| Spouse | Doris Margaret Morgan |
| Relations | Sandra Coney (daughter) |
| Children | 2 |
| Alma mater | University of Auckland |
| Profession | Sports administrator |
Thomas Henry Pearce (4 June 1913 – 10 November 1976) was a New Zealand politician, rugby union player and businessman. He was chairman of the Auckland Regional Authority for 8 years. A controversial figure, he was known for his blunt, often fiery personality speaking forthrightly and not standing on ceremony.[1]
- ^ "ARA Chairman Dies at 63". The New Zealand Herald. 11 November 1976. p. 3.