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jun 6, 1859 - Queensland separates from New South Wales

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On the 10th of December 1859, Queensland formally separated from New South Wales. A proclamation was read by George Bowen stating the separation. On the 6th of June, Queen Victoria signed the letters to allow Queensland to become a separate colony with its own governor, Legislative Council and elected Legislative Assembly.

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jun 6, 1859
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~ 166 years ago