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Arthur Phillip proclaimed the new colony of New South Wales on 26 January 1788. This is the date now celebrated as Australia Day.

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Who was the early leader of New South Wales?

The first leader of the colony of New South Wales was Governor Arthur Phillip.


Why is Arthur Phillip remembered for?

As Governor, successfully establishing the colony of New South Wales.


Who was the first governor of New South Wales?

The first Governor of New South Wales was Captain Arthur Phillip, who also commanded the First Fleet.


When did Captain Arthur Phillip go to Australia?

Captain Arthur Phillip left England for Australia in May 1787, and arrived in New South Wales in January 1788.


What date did Captain Arthur Phillip raise the flag for Britain?

Captain Arthur Phillip raised the flag for Britain at Port Jackson, New South Wales, on 26 January 1788.


Who was the commander of the first fleet?

Captain Arthur Phillip commanded the First Fleet. He was a naval officer who, in October 1786, was appointed Governor-designate of the proposed British penal colony of New South Wales.


Who was the first governor of the colony of NSW?

The first governor of the colony of New South Wales was Governor Arthur Phillip.


Who was Captain Arthur Phillip and what was his job in the First Fleet?

Captain Arthur Phillip was the comnander of the First Fleet and the first Governor of the new colony in New South Wales. His job was to lead the fleet safely to Australia and to establish and manage a colony in New South Wales, with the view to making it self-sufficient.


Who commanded the First Fleet and become the first Governor of New South Wales?

The first Governor of New South Wales was Captain Arthur Phillip, who also commanded the First Fleet.


What years did Arthur Phillip govern the settlement of New South Wales?

Captain Arthur Phillip was Governor of the penal colony of New South Wales for almost five years, from the time of the arrival of the First Fleet (26 January 1788) until late in 1792. He departed for England on 11 December 1792.


Was Arthur Phillip a pirate?

No. Captain Arthur Phillip was the first Governor of New South Wales, which was established as a penal colony in 1788. However, there is evidence to indicate that Phillip was a spy for England, seeking intelligence against France during the tensions if that time.


How did Port Phillip Bay get its name?

Port Phillip Bay was named for Arthur Phillip, the former Governor of New South Wales. Philip Gidley King renamed it after John Murray named it for him, Port King.