Hanson ministry
South Australian cabinet lead by Richard Hanson
The Hanson ministry was the 4th ministry of the Government of South Australia, led by Premier Richard Hanson. It commenced on 30 September 1857 with the defeat of the Torrens ministry on the floor of the House of Assembly. Hanson's government was the longest lasting at this point, surviving until 9 May 1860, a total of 2 years, 222 days. It fell after losing a confidence vote, and was replaced by Thomas Reynolds' First ministry.
Hanson's ministry was the first in South Australia to include a former Premier, Boyle Finniss.
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