Dictionary of Sydney

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Blaxland, John (1769-1845)

Early settler who was persuaded by Banks to migrate with his younger brother, explorer Gregory Blaxland, to New South Wales. He became a landowner, founding the Newington estate at Homebush, and was a participant in the rebellion against Bligh. He was a member of the Legislative Council until he resigned due to ill health in 1844.

Milestone
Born
Kent, England
04 Jan 1769
Arrived Sydney
04 Apr 1807
Died
Newington
05 Aug 1845
Occupation
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1829 - 1844
Property
Owner of
Owner of
Owner of
1808 - 1822
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Business partner
Relative of