Alfred Deakin On 24 September 1903, Alfred Deakin became the second Prime Minister of Australia, following the resignation of Edmund Barton. He was Prime Minister three times from 24 September 1903 to 27 April 1904, 5 July 1905 to 13 November 1908, 2 June 1909 to 29 April 1910. He was one of two prime … Continue reading On this day (Australia): In 1903, Alfred Deakin became the second Prime Minister of Australia