Urban Legend - Sir Dove-Myer Robinson
One of New Zealand’s most popular and colourful local politicians, Dove-Myer Robinson (1901-1989) was the longest-serving mayor of Auckland city, holding office for 18 years between 1959 and 1980. A controversial figure during his time as mayor, Robinson has today taken on iconic status largely because of his ‘ahead of the times’ vision for Auckland.
URBAN LEGEND explores Robinson’s life from his h...
One of New Zealand’s most popular and colourful local politicians, Dove-Myer Robinson (1901-1989) was the longest-serving mayor of Auckland city, holding office for 18 years between 1959 and 1980. A controversial figure during his time as mayor, Robinson has today taken on iconic status largely because of his ‘ahead of the times’ vision for Auckland.
URBAN LEGEND explores Robinson’s life from his h...
