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The town of Sydney was declared a city in 1842, and a local government was established. In 1901, the Australian colonies federated to become the Commonwealth of Australia, and Sydney became the capital of the state of New South Wales.
4 days ago · Temporarily overtaking Sydney in both size and importance, Melbourne became the financial centre of Australia, and it was the capital of the Commonwealth of Australia until the Federal Capital of Canberra was built in 1927 halfway between the two cities.
With the federation of the Australian colonies in 1901, Sydney became the capital of the state of New South Wales and its administration was divided between the Commonwealth, State and constituent local governments.
Jul 20, 1998 · Sydney, city, capital of the state of New South Wales, Australia. Located on Australia’s southeastern coast, Sydney is the country’s largest city and, with its magnificent harbour and strategic position, is one of the most important ports in the South Pacific.
Nov 7, 2013 · We uncover the truth behind the decision to name Canberra as our nation’s capital. 100th BIRTHDAY, the century-old story of Australia’s capital being named as a hasty compromise between rivals Sydney and Melbourne rears its head once again.
1 January 1901: Commonwealth of Australia is declared. Section 125 of the new Australian Constitution states that the Seat of Government will 'be in the State of New South Wales, and be distant not less than one hundred miles from Sydney'.
Sydney, City (pop., 2006: 4,119,191), capital of New South Wales, Australia. Located on Australia’s southeastern coast, it is the oldest and largest city in Australia and a major commercial and manufacturing centre. It was founded in 1788 as a penal colony ( see Botany Bay) and quickly became a major trading centre.
