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The plaque was erected in 1967 in memory of Sir John Northcott (1890-1966), Governor of New South Wales from 1946 to 1957 who lived at Wahroonga. The plaque is placed at the base of a California Redwood tree which he often admired.
There is also a garden in his name in the park.
Sir John Northcott was the first Australian-born and one of the longest-serving governors of New South Wales. Sworn in on 1 August 1946, he gave patronage and support to charitable organizations and to youth, church and citizens` groups. A staunch advocate of the British Empire, he was a widely known and respected figure throughout the State. He retired in July 1957.
Location
| Address: | Illoura Avenue , Wahroonga Park, Wahroonga, 2076 |
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| State: | NSW |
| Area: | AUS |
| GPS Coordinates: | Lat: -33.716515 Long: 151.117487 Note: GPS Coordinates are approximate. |
Details
| Monument Type: | Plaque |
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| Monument Theme: | People |
| Sub-Theme: | Government - State |
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| Link: | http://adbonline.anu.edu.au/adbonli… |
Dedication
| Actual Monument Dedication Date: | Wednesday 30th August, 1967 |
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Source: H,ADBMonument details supplied by Monument Australia - www.monumentaustralia.org.au
