Bill Sheat
Bill Sheat | |
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Sheat in 2018 | |
| Born | William Newton Sheat 1 May 1930 Hāwera, New Zealand |
| Died | 20 January 2021 (aged 90) Lower Hutt, New Zealand |
| Alma mater | Victoria University College |
| Occupation | Lawyer |
| Known for | Arts advocacy |
| Relatives | William Sheat (father) |
William Newton Sheat CNZM OBE (1 May 1930 – 20 January 2021) was a New Zealand lawyer and arts advocate whose input was instrumental in many arts organisations including as a founding member of the New Zealand Film Commission, Creative New Zealand (formerly The Queen Elizabeth ll Arts Council) and Downstage Theatre.