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Northern Territory - Organisation

Colonial Surgeon for the Northern Territory (1874 - 1885)

Northern Territory of South Australia

From
1874
To
1885
Categories
Public Servant

The Colonial Surgeon for the Northern Territory was the new title given to the Medical Officer, Palmerston in 1874. This position was held by a number of appointed officers during the period. At times the Colonial Surgeon also acted as Protector of Aborigines. In 1885 the title was changed again to Medical Officer.

Timeline

 1869 - 1874 Medical Officer, Palmerston
       1874 - 1885 Colonial Surgeon for the Northern Territory
             1885 - 1916 Medical Officer
                   1916 - 1928 Department of Public Health

Prepared by: Karen George and Gary George