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1788 - 1901
This period is known as The Colonial Period. -
The First Fleet Arrives in Australia
The First Fleet Arrives lead by Captain Arthur Phillip -
Tasmania
A new colony is made in Tasmania. It is set up for the worst criminals -
Governor Maquarie
Lachlan Maquarie establishes the colony's first official police force. -
The Bank of NSW
The bank of NSW is established and now known as Westpac -
The Gold Rush
Gold is found near Bathurst. The first Gold Rush commmences. -
Bushrangers
Many people were ambushed on their way in and out of Bathurst. Two of the most notorious bush rangers include Ben Hall and Ned Kelly. -
Federation
Australia becomes a Federation. The Commonwealth is born and it is now officialy Australia