Christie Palmerston

Christie Palmerston
Born
Cristofero Palmerston Carandini

c. 1850
Colony of New South Wales
Died15 January 1897(1897-01-15) (aged 46–47)
Kuala Pilah, Malaysia
Occupation(s)Prospector and explorer of North Queensland
SpouseTeresa Rooney
Children1 daughter

Cristofero Palmerston Carandini or Christopher "Christie" Palmerston (c. 1850 – 15 January 1897) was an Australian explorer and prospector in North Queensland. He led several expeditions during the last quarter of the 19th century including the discovery of a route along the Mowbray River, which eventually led to the founding of Port Douglas.

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