GEN. SIR JOHN NORTHCOTT, KCMG, KCVO, CB, KTSTJ
1 Aug, 1946 to 31 July, 1957
Gen. Sir John Northcot

Gen. Sir John Northcott, KCMG, KCVO, CB, KtStJ
[Courtesy of Government House,
Historic Houses Trust]

  • Thirtieth Governor of New South Wales.

  • Born in Victoria, 1890.

  • Governor Northcott was the first Australian born governor and one of the longest serving governors of New South Wales.

  • Gave patronage and support to charitable organisations and to youth, church and citizens’ groups.

  • Supported the British Commonwealth. Widely known and respected figure throughout the state.

  • Died at Wahroonga in 1966.