| Full name: | William Anthony Meates |
| Born: | 26th May 1923, Greymouth, West Coast, New Zealand |
| Died: | 1st February 2003, Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand |
| Batting: | Right-hand batter |
| Other Sports: | Rugby Union for New Zealand (7 Tests) |
| Relations: | Brother: JD Meates |
| Teams: | West Coast (South Island) (Hawke Cup: 1947/48); All teams |
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