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Ken Michael

b. 1938

Former Governor of Western Australia

Civil engineer Civil servant Governor
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About Ken Michael

Born 1938. Ken Michael is an Australian civil engineer, civil servant, governor and engineer.

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Important facts

Born
12 April 1938, Perth
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Civil engineer, civil servant, governor, engineer
Nationality
Australia
Education
University of Western Australia, Imperial College London, Imperial College
Positions held
Governor of Western Australia
Awards
Centenary Medal; Companion of the Order of Australia; Member of the Order of Australia; Fellow of the Australian Academy of Technology and Engineering; Peter Nicol Russell Memorial Medal
Also known as
Kenneth Comninos Michael, Dr Ken Michael AC

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Ken Michael?

former Governor of Western Australia

When was Ken Michael born?

Ken Michael was born on 12 April 1938 in Perth.

What is Ken Michael's occupation?

Ken Michael is a civil engineer, civil servant, governor and engineer.

What nationality is Ken Michael?

Ken Michael is Australian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Ken Michael

· Wikidata: Q185788

· DBpedia: Ken Michael

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