The Making Of Moreton Bay

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  • Moreton Bay

    Moreton Bay

    James Cook discovers Moreton Bay
  • Governor Brisbane

    Governor Brisbane

    Governer Brisbane decided that another penal establishment would need to be established.
  • Oxley searches for a new settlement

    Oxley searches for a new settlement

    Oxley left Sydney in search of a new settlement and surveys Moreton Bay on 25/11/1823.
  • Henry Miller

    Henry Miller

    Brisbane appointed Henry Miller the Commandant.
  • Moreton Bay Colony moves

    Moreton Bay Colony moves

    The Moreton Bay Colony moves and is established the banks of the Brisbane River under the command of Captain Miller.
  • Captain Peter Bishop

    Captain Peter Bishop

    Henry Miller was replaced by Captain Peter Bishop.