Andrew Duncan (mayor)

Andrew Duncan (1834 – 10 December 1880) was Mayor of Christchurch 1869–1870. From a working-class background in Scotland, he emigrated to New Zealand as a young man and became a highly respected member of the Christchurch community. He is remembered for his later work as an immigration agent in Scotland on behalf of the Canterbury Province.

Andrew Duncan
Andrew Duncan
3rd Mayor of Christchurch
In office
15 December 1869  21 December 1870
Preceded byJohn Anderson (mayor)
Succeeded byJames Jameson
Personal details
Born1834
Scotland
Died10 December 1880
Christchurch, New Zealand
SpouseIsabella Duncan
Professionnurseryman
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