The title of Premier was widely used to refer to the Leader of Government, but not a formal position in the ministry until 1920.

[2] In 1876 William Forster was appointed Agent-General for New South Wales in London and was replaced as Colonial Treasurer by Alexander Stuart.

[3] In January 1877 Thomas Garrett was accused of bribery in relation to positions within the Department of Lands, and insobriety affecting his capacity to fulfill his responsibilities as minister.

[4] Garrett resigned as minister and the government narrowly survived a censure motion by 29 votes to 26.

[3] This ministry covers the period from 9 February 1875 until 21 March 1877, when Robertson was unable to obtain supply and resigned when Henry Parkes indicated that he was able to form a government.