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This month in South Australia’s history

Dr Richard Schomburk becomes Director.

On 14 September 1865 Dr Richard Schomburk began work as the Director of Adelaide’s Botanic Garden, succeeding GW Francis.

The Legislative Council building is constructed

The first Legislative Council building was constructed in September 1843 on the northern side of the terrace, close to King William Street and Government House. It was replaced with a larger stone building in July 1855 and extended to cater for a bicameral parliament in 1857.

Arrival in South Australia

Protector arrives at Port Adelaide after a voyage of approximately three months