About Richard Heales
Lived 1822 – 1864 (aged 42). Richard Heales was a British politician and coachbuilder.
Richard Heales (22 February 1822 – 19 June 1864)
In October 1860, Heales was a leading critic of the land bill introduced by the government of William Nicholson. When the Nicholson government was defeated in November 1860, Heales became premier and chief secretary. In 1964, a Centenary of Healesville medal was commissioned and given to residents of the town. An image of Heales was on the front of the medal.
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Who was Richard Heales?
politician in colonial Australia
When was Richard Heales born?
Richard Heales was born on 22 February 1822 in London.
When did Richard Heales die?
Richard Heales died on 19 June 1864 in Elsternwick.
What was Richard Heales's occupation?
Richard Heales was a politician and coachbuilder.
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Richard Heales was British.
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