The Jervis Bay Territory was bought by the Commonwealth Government in 1915 from the state of New South Wales so the Federal capital of Canberra would have access to the sea. When the Australian Capital Territory achieved self government in 1989, the Jervis Bay Territory became a separate territory administered by the Minister for Territories.
Jervis Bay is named after the British Admiral John Jervis, 1st Earl of St Vincent.
Websites on Jervis Bay Territory
- EMA - Jervis Bay Territory -Information on emergency management arrangements for the Territory.
- Bay of Plenty Lodges -Cottage and longhouse accommodation within the National Park. General information, photos, directions, and online booking.
- Booderee National Park and Botanic Gardens -General information, including history, special features, activities, and management plan.
- Jervis Bay Botanic Gardens -Australian National Botanic Gardens site concerned with the management of the Gardens between 1951 to 1995.
- Jervis Bay Territory -Official Attorney-General's site outlining the history, governance, and administration of the Territory.