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Josip Petrov Babich (23 October 1895 – 22 August 1983) was a New Zealand gum-digger, winemaker and farmer. He was born in Runović, Dalmatia, Cisleithania, Austria-Hungary, on 23 October 1895. Babich founded Babich Wines. He was the father of Joe Babich, who followed him in leading the company.

He was a keen gardener, beekeeper, and photographer.

References

1. Cooper, Michael. "Josip Petrov Babich". Dictionary of New Zealand Biography. Ministry for Culture and Heritage. Retrieved 23 April 2017.

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