George Buckley (New Zealand politician)

George Buckley was at first a clerk in the Melbourne treasury office, and then a draughtsman in the city's survey department.

[7] He was a member of the Executive Council for three periods: in November 1866, from August to October 1871, and from April 1875 to June 1876.

[9] He stood in the 1866 election in the Heathcote electorate, but was defeated by John Hall (who was later to become the 12th Premier).

[10] He was a member of the New Zealand Legislative Council from 3 July 1871 to 19 August 1884 when he was disqualified for absence; and 28 October 1884 to 9 September 1885 when he resigned.

His revelations about the financial situation of the bank caused "a good deal of sensation".