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Which Governor of New South Wales was Lachlan Macquarie?

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Lachlan Macquarie was the fifth Governor of New South Wales, Australia, from 1810 to 1821. He was a Scottish military officer and colonial administrator who played a major role in the development of the colony. During his tenure, Macquarie oversaw the expansion of Sydney and the establishment of new towns and settlements in the interior.
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