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William Bundey

1838 – 1909

Australian politician and judge

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About William Bundey

Lived 1838 – 1909 (aged 71). William Bundey was an Australian and British politician, judge, lawyer and court clerk.

Sir William Henry Bundey (30 January 1838 – 6 December 1909) was an Australian politician and judge, Attorney-General of South Australia from 27 September 1878 to 10 March 1881.

Early life Bundey was born in Exbury, Hampshire, England, the second son of James Bundey and his wife Harriett née Lockyer. The family emigrated to South Australia in 1848 after losing money in England. William's father died about a few weeks after his arrival.

In 1878 he was appointed a Queen's Counsel.

Late life and legacy As a young man Bundey was a captain in the Volunteer Military Movement. He was also a cricket enthusiast. He was vice-commodore of the South Australian Yacht Squadron in 1870–74 and commodore in 1874–84.

The residence built for him opposite Druids Avnue on Milan Terrace, Mount Lofty, later owned by Davis Browne, was re-purposed in 1927 as Stirling Hospital.

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Important facts

Birth century
Positions held
Member of the South Australian House of Assembly, Justice of the South Australian Supreme Court, Attorney-General of South Australia
Awards
Knight Bachelor
Also known as
William Henry Bundey, Sir William Henry Bundey

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Frequently asked questions

Who was William Bundey?

Australian politician and judge (1838-1909)

When was William Bundey born?

William Bundey was born on 30 January 1838 in Exbury.

When did William Bundey die?

William Bundey died on 6 December 1909 in Mount Lofty.

What was William Bundey's occupation?

William Bundey was a politician, judge, lawyer and court clerk.

What nationality was William Bundey?

William Bundey was Australian and British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: William Bundey

· Wikidata: Q3017842

· DBpedia: William Henry Bundey

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