About Toby Hill
Lived 1915 – 1977 (aged 61). Toby Hill was a New Zealand trade unionist, known for 1951 New Zealand waterfront dispute.
Toby Hill (5 November 1915 – 22 January 1977) was a Scottish trade unionist and watersider.
Hill was born in Blantyre, South Lanarkshire, Scotland on 5 November 1915. He was heavily involved in the 1951 New Zealand waterfront dispute. He stood unsuccessfully on the Labour ticket for both the Wellington City Council and Wellington Harbour Board in 1944.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Toby Hill?
Seaman, trade unionist, watersider (1915-1977)
When was Toby Hill born?
Toby Hill was born on 5 November 1915 in Blantyre.
When did Toby Hill die?
Toby Hill died on 22 January 1977.
What was Toby Hill's occupation?
Toby Hill was a trade unionist.
What was Toby Hill known for?
Toby Hill was known for 1951 New Zealand waterfront dispute.
What nationality was Toby Hill?
Toby Hill was New Zealand.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Toby Hill. https://biography.guide/toby-hill/
MLA: "Toby Hill." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/toby-hill/.
Chicago: "Toby Hill." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/toby-hill/.
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