Robert Bulcock

Robert Bulcock (21 May 1832 – 10 May 1900) was a member of both the Queensland Legislative Council and the Queensland Legislative Assembly.

Early life Bulcock was born in Clitheroe, Lancashire, to Robert Bulcock, an overlooker in a cotton factory, and his wife, Ann (née Wilkinson). His family were strict Congregationalists, a belief he followed his entire life.

Bulcock arrived in Queensland in 1855 and took up farming before becoming a seedsman and produce merchant in Queen Street, Brisbane. He held the seat for two and a half years

Bulcock was called up to the Legislative Council in October 1894 and held the seat till his death six years later. and was buried in Toowong Cemetery.

Bulcock was a man of strong character, and once he decided on a course of action, he would not stray from that line.