When the firm closed, he went into partnership with Alex McKenzie to form John Huxham Co., importers, and retailers of sporting and musical goods.

[5] At the 1912 state election, Huxham contested the newly created seat of Buranda where he once again found himself opposed by William Stephens.

[1] Having taught at Sydney's "ragged schools" in the 1880s made Huxham a strong advocate for the underprivileged or handicapped.

[2] In parliament, Huxham would sit quietly for long periods, "legs crossed, head bent slightly forward, arms folded".

[8][9] His estate, valued for probate at £22,372, was used to establish the Helen Huxham Hostel for blind girls in memory of his second wife.