March 1837 – Robert Hoddle is appointed surveyor for the Port Phillip District of New South Wales and commences the planning of Melbourne. More…
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February 1846
February 1846 – The Melbourne Botanic Gardens are founded on a site of 120 acres selected by La Trobe; the director commences from the beginning of March. More…
January 1839
January 1839 – Charles Joseph La Trobe is appointed Superintendent of the Port Phillip District of New South Wales; he arrives in Melbourne from London nine months later. More…