William Cox facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
William Cox
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| 26th Governor of Tasmania | |
| In office 15 December 2004 – 2 April 2008 |
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| Preceded by | Richard Butler |
| Succeeded by | Peter Underwood |
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| Born | 1 April 1936 Hobart, Tasmania, Australia |
| Spouse | Jocelyn Cox |
William John Ellis Cox (born 1 April 1936) is an Australian politician and a very important person in the state of Tasmania. He held the special job of Governor of Tasmania from 15 December 2004 to 2 April 2008. Before that, he was the state's top judge, known as the Chief Justice, and also the Lieutenant Governor.
Who is William Cox?
William Cox was born in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia, on 1 April 1936. He has received several special awards and titles, like AC, RFD, ED, and QC. These titles show that he has done a lot of great work for his country and community.
What is a Governor?
The Governor of Tasmania is like the Queen's or King's representative in the state. It's a very important role, similar to a head of state for Tasmania. The Governor makes sure the government works smoothly and represents the people of Tasmania at many events. William Cox was the 26th person to hold this job.
Other Important Roles
Before becoming Governor, William Cox had other big jobs. He was the Chief Justice, which means he was the main judge in Tasmania's highest court. He was in charge of making sure laws were fair and just. He also served as the Lieutenant Governor, which is like a deputy (assistant) to the Governor. This means he would step in if the Governor was away or unable to do their job.
