W.G. Broughton to Edward Coleridge, 27th December 1841
Reports on clerical matters including the ordination of Mr. Sconce as a Deacon. Gives an account of the opinions of Australians on Lord Russell's suspension of transportation. Includes an outline of the opinions of Mr. James Macarthur.
W.G. Broughton to Edward Coleridge, 26th October 1847
Reports on Church affairs in Australia including the consecrations of new Bishops for Australia in England and their expected arrival in the colony. Indicates that the Bishop of Tasmania is contemplating resigning from the Bishopric. Examines the system of religious liberty and equality in Australia.Expresses his opinion on the S.P.G.'s resolution to withhold assistance for the building of churches and to devote it exclusively to the maintenance of clergymen.
W.G. Broughton to Edward Coleridge, 26th March 1849
Reports on the Bank of Australasia's intention to sue him.
W.G. Broughton to Edward Coleridge, 26th July 1836
Requests assistance in the erection of two churches in Sydney. Desires to obtain an order from the Home Government to secure the Church of England's possession of the King's School at Parramatta. Expresses a wish to maintain the parochial schools according to the English National System and is opposed to the proposed introduction of the Irish System. Wishes to obtain the services of more clergymen in the colony and also asks for donations for the payment of clergy. James Macarthur is travelling to England to present a petition to the Houses of Parliament requesting that measures be taken for the good government of the colony.
W.G. Broughton to Edward Coleridge, 26th August 1843
Report on affairs in New Zealand including the murder of Captain Wakefield, the Police Magistrate and others by natives. Writing to inform Coleridge that the massacre did not occur near Bishop of New Zealand's residence.
W.G. Broughton to Edward Coleridge, 25th January 1853
Expresses vexation over decision of provost and fellows regarding their decision on the Newman's Case. Informs Coleridge of his engagements.
W.G. Broughton to Edward Coleridge, 25th January 1853
Reports on the convention of Colonial Bishops and news from the Bishop of New Zealand. Informs Coleridge of his engagements including his meeting with Sir John Patterson and his claim to a seat in Convocation.
W.G. Broughton to Edward Coleridge, 25th February, 1839
Outlines reasons for abandoning scheme of investing subscription funds into real estate. Describes meeting with Mr. Moore who wishes the income from his freehold estate to be used to build and maintain the Cathedral of St. Andrew. Reports an the church and school estates. Protests about the Governor being directed by the Secretary of State to offer the church lands for sale. Highlights the importance of the Church of England's evangelistic cause.
W.G. Broughton to Edward Coleridge, 24th June 1844
Expresses need for the sub-division of the Diocese and is sending copies of his charge to the clergy to Coleridge and others in England.
W.G. Broughton to Edward Coleridge, 24th April 1846
Informs Coleridge that he is travelling to Parramatta to officiate at the funeral of Robert Campbell who was a friend of Judge Burton.