Dictionary of Sydney

The Dictionary of Sydney was archived in 2021.

Renny, Walter

Painter and decorator who served in the Sydney City Council, and as Mayor 1869-70.

Milestone
Arrived Sydney
1853
Died
Forest Gate, Essex, England
24 Jun 1878
Name
Alternate
Royal Blue Renny
Occupation
Position
1861 - 1863
01 Dec 1863 - 30 Nov 1865
01 Dec 1866 - 30 Nov 1870
1869 - 1870
Property
Owner of
1868 - 1871
Relationship
Spouse
1857 - 1878

Renny, Walter

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Showy and hospitable, Walter Renny was a painter and decorator who rose to be mayor of Sydney.