The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Wellington Provincial District]
The Hon. Sir William Fitzherbert
The Hon. Sir William Fitzherbert, K.C.M.G., was a member of the House of Representatives for twenty-two years. He first sat for the City of Wellington in 1856, and two years later was returned for the Hutt electorate, which he represented till the 13th of June, 1879. He then resigned and was called to the Upper Chamber. (See Ex-Speakers of the Legislative Council and Ex-Speakers of the House of Representatives).