Father of former Prime Minister Helen Clark dies aged 103

Monday 8 December 2025 · 7 outlets · 4 reports · updated Mon 8 Dec 2025, 1:08pm

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Frederick George Clark passed away peacefully at his Waihi Beach home on 6 December. Former Prime Minister Helen Clark announced the death on social media, describing her father as a dedicated family man who supported his daughters.

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1. StuffMon 8 Dec 2025, 11:37am

   Frederick Clark, father of Helen Clark, dies aged 103 (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldMon 8 Dec 2025, 11:53am

   Former PM Helen Clark announces death of centenarian father Frederick George Clark (opens in new tab)

3. 1NewsMon 8 Dec 2025, 12:42pm

   Helen Clark's father dies aged 103: 'Supported us all the way' (opens in new tab)

4. The Press via RNZMon 8 Dec 2025, 1:08pm

   'Immense sadness': Former Prime Minister Helen Clark's father dies at the age of 103 (opens in new tab)

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