John Burnett (colonial secretary)
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For other people with similar names, see John Burnett (disambiguation).
John Burnett (September 1781 ā 10 July 1860) was the first Colonial Secretary of Van Diemen's Land.[1]
Burnett served from March 1826 until 1835. Several scandals and maladministration characterised his tenure. He worked with Lieutenant Governor George Arthur in conducting the Vandemonian wars against the aboriginal population.[1]