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The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Wellington Provincial District]
Mr. George Wiltshire
Mr. George Wiltshire, City Surveyor, was born in Surrey in 1846, and educated at the local grammar schools. After serving his articles as a civil engineer in London, he was employed from 1865 to 1870 in various parts of England in the practice of his profession. In the latter year he came to the Colony, landing in Dunedin. Mr. Wiltshire went to the Thames goldfield soon after arrival in New Zealand. After a short experience he undertook survey work in different places till 1876, when he settled in Wellington. He joined the staff of the City Council under Mr. Marchant, city surveyor, the same year, and afterwards served under Mr. Baird, and later on under Mr. Loughrey. In the last gentleman's time Mr. Wiltshire was promoted to the position of assistant surveyor, and in 1888 he became city surveyor, a position which he still holds. Several important works, including the Te Aro reclamation, have been completed during Mr. Wiltshire's term of office. The subject of this notice is married, and his family consists of two daughters and two sons.