Who was Lachlan Macquarie?
Answer
Governor who reformed the colony and developed Sydney
Explanation
Macquarie governed NSW from 1810-1821. He developed infrastructure, reformed the convict system, allowed freed convicts to prosper, and greatly developed Sydney.
Why this matters for your test
Macquarie transformed NSW from a convict dump to a developing colony.
Source: Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond (2024)