Polity South Australia

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Was on of the Colonies founded by the British in Australia and one of the six colonies that federated in 1901 to form the Commonwealth of Australia.

Establishment

  • February 1836: The portion of New South Wales between 132° east and 141° east, and south of 26° south, was made the Province of South Australia.

Chronology

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1. Events

  • October 1861: The portion of New South Wales west of South Australia was transferred to South Australia by letters patent.
  • July 1863: The region of New South Wales north of South Australia was transferred to South Australia.

Disestablishment

  • January 1901: Six colonies of the United Kingdom in Australia formed the Commonwealth of Australia.