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Sir William began his career in 1957, when he established a private practice as a surveyor in Pukekohe. His keen interest in community affairs led to 6 years as Deputy Mayor of Pukekohe and election to Parliament in 1972. During his 27 years in Parliament he served for 15 years as a Minister of the Crown. His portfolios included Energy, Labour, State Services, Health, Employment and 6 years as Minister of Finance between 1993 and 1999. Following the general election in 1999, Sir William retired from Parliament to start a private consultancy. He is now a Senior Advisor to Forsyth Barr in New Zealand. Sir William is also a director of a number of public and private companies and a trustee of the MFL and SIL Superannuation funds. Sir William was knighted by the Queen for public services in 1999.
M NZ Inst of Surveyors, J.P.
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