About Josip Babich
Lived 1895 – 1983 (aged 87). Josip Babich was a New Zealand farmer.
Josip Petrov Babich (23 October 1895 – 22 August 1983) was a New Zealand gum-digger, winemaker and farmer. He was born in Runović, Dalmatia, Cisleithania, Austria-Hungary, on 23 October 1895. Babich founded Babich Wines. He was the father of Joe Babich, who followed him in leading the company.
He was a keen gardener, beekeeper, and photographer.
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Who was Josip Babich?
New Zealand gum-digger, wine-maker, farmer (1895–1983)
When was Josip Babich born?
Josip Babich was born on 23 October 1895.
When did Josip Babich die?
Josip Babich died on 22 August 1983.
What was Josip Babich's occupation?
Josip Babich was a farmer.
What nationality was Josip Babich?
Josip Babich was New Zealand.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Josip Babich. https://biography.guide/josip-babich/
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