Mick Michael
| Mick Michael OAM | |
|---|---|
| Lord Mayor of Perth | |
|
In office 1982–1988 | |
| Preceded by | Fred Chaney, Sr. |
| Succeeded by | Chas Hopkins |
| Personal details | |
| Born |
Michael Agapitos Michael 22 September 1922 |
| Citizenship | Australian |
| Military service | |
| Service/branch | RAAF |
| Years of service | 1942-1946 |
| Rank | Corporal |
Michael Agapitos "Mick" Michael (born 22 September 1922) is an Australian former local government politician. He was Lord Mayor of the City of Perth in the 1980s.
Early life
In 1942, Michael enlisted in the Royal Australian Air Force, serving until 1946.[1]
Political career
Michael was Lord Mayor of Perth between 1982 and 1988.[2]
Honours
Michael was award the Medal of the Order of Australia in 1982 for services to local government.[3][4]
The Mick Michael Reserve, on the corner of Vincent and Charles Streets in West Perth is named after him.[5]
References
- ↑ "Michael, Michael". World War Two Nominal Roll. Commonwealth of Australia. Retrieved 23 October 2012.
- ↑ "Sister Cities: Megisti - Greece". City of Perth. Retrieved 23 October 2012.
- ↑ "MICHAEL, Michael Agapitos - OAM". It's an Honour. Australian Government. Retrieved 23 October 2012.
- ↑ "MICHAEL, Michael Agapitos - Centenary Medal". It's an Honour. Australian Government. Retrieved 23 October 2012.
- ↑ "Mick Michael Reserve". City of Vincent. Retrieved 1 March 2014.
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