Representation Dispute Over Federal Capital Site
Historical debate among Australian delegates on capital location for the proposed Federal Commonwealth. Emphasizes NSW leaders pushing Sydney as seat, Melbourne and other sites considered, and eventual move toward leaving site choice to Parliament within New South Wales and near Sydney.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Medorad
New Suth Wale
Victoria
South Australia
Commonwealth of Australia
Adelaide
Melbourne
Sydney
Pelous Cipeal
Everan Bane
New Howth Wales
New South Wales
Bydney
Ctica
NSW and Victoria clash over Governor General seat saga
National Capital New South Wales agreed to Secretary of State for the Colonies move while New South Wales faced requisition costs for a Governor’s residence. Victoria rejected the plan, worsening arrangements and delaying the seat of government. NSW incurred higher expenses as Government House and residences were built, with Governor-General residence use averaging nine days in five years. The piece notes NSW’s constitutional rights and shifts of federal government sites, culminating in a May inauguration in Canberra.
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New South Wales
Victoria
Wrinbrook
Cowry
Hill View
Button Forest
Government House
Sydney
Commonwealth
Canberm
Persistent advocacy for Canberra in federal constitution era
The speaker defends steadfast advocacy for New South Wales rights and Canberra’s establishment, praising a band of public men who remained faithful to the Federal Government and the Constitution. He cites long, debated hours defending the compact and the federation’s spirit against critics.
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Hr Wilam Eau
Ata
New South Wales
Commonwraith of
Australia
Constitution Adopted In 1900 Referendum Approved
A fragment reports that the Alpuft Constitution, previously proposed and amended, was submitted to a referendum within one of six suites and ultimately approved. The wording is incomplete but indicates formal adoption around the year 1900.
Contention Over Seat of Government in Australia
Fragmentary text discusses the Constitution Act and a Florida style bone of contention between Victoria and New South Wales over the seat of government. It notes Melbourne as the seat since federation on January 1, 1901, despite protests from New South Wales.
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Victoria
South Wales
Melbourne
Boty
Wales
New South Walten
Melbourne debate tests Australian unity and security laws
A fragmented report outlines tensions over a security contract and federal capital rituals. It cites Victoria and New South Wales responses, urging unity under federal authority while praising governmental actions and public support for the Commonwealth’s plans.
Seat of Government dispute in early 1900s discussed
The article discusses political contention over the location of the seat of government, referencing Wheeler, the Turpion region, and terms of tenancy under the Porte. It notes debates in New South Wales and Australia about where federal authority and governance should be centralized, with historical quotes and proposed constitutional considerations.
Governor General Residence Proposal Sparks Constitutional Debate
A lengthy British colonial era report outlines Governor General residence funding and constitutional tensions. It notes discussions involving Sir William Lyne, Premier of New South Wales, and other officials about a proposed extra £10,000 annual expense to be shared by state and federal governments, with implications for the Commonwealth and colonial administration.
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Chuna
Tang
Athikkve
Lyndhurst
Bathurst
New West Wales
EMM
Afrohn
Ponas Waddell
Pemerton
Mew
Couth Wales
Staten
Stovern Mentt
Aiton
Canberra Ode To Nation On Ominous Day
Canberra celebrated as the Commonwealth capital with ceremonial praise. A colonial-era lament references Mounts, plains, and the growth of a national home, noting figures like Campbell and the Giver of both great and small. A tombstone quotation and notes on St John the Baptist Church Canberra tie the scene to local history.
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Canberra
Plains
Australia
Ainslie
Campbell
Campbell’s Wharf
Duntroon
St. John the Baptist's Church of England
Donbroon
Robert Campbell
Pialligo
St. John the Baptist
Parliament House
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Parkin
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Sir Joseph Carruthers, K.C.J.G
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Xem
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New South Wates
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