Jeweller and businessman Sir Michael Hill dies aged 86

Saturday 2 August 2025 · 4 outlets · 2 reports · updated Sat 2 Aug 2025, 9:00am

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Sir Michael Hill, the founder of a well-known jewellery brand, has died at the age of 86. He was a businessman, philanthropist, and the creator of The Hills golf course near Arrowtown.

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1. Waikato Times via The PostSat 2 Aug 2025, 5:00am

   Sir Michael Hill … jeweller, jokester, visionary, violinist (opens in new tab)

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2. NZ HeraldSat 2 Aug 2025, 9:00am

   The legacy of Sir Michael Hill: Jeweller, violinist, philanthropist (opens in new tab)