Michael Anthony Noonan (4 December 1940 – 11 June 2023) was a New Zealand writer, most often associated with his writing for television drama series.
[2] After leaving school he began writing, notably drama such as The Rattle, whilst supplementing his income through work in radio and stage acting and as a regional television newsreader.
In this capacity he worked alongside and helped mentor a group of new writing talent including the likes of Roger Hall and Fiona Kidman.
During this time he wrote two series which were cancelled before going into production, notably one based on Bill Pearson's novel Coal Flat.
The cancellation was, in part, due to financial concerns, especially given that The Governor had proved controversial over its high production costs.