A by-election was held for the New South Wales Legislative Assembly electorate of Camden on 15 August 1861 because John Douglas resigned as he was intending to move to Queensland.[1]
| Date | Event | |
|---|---|---|
| 17 July 1861 | John Douglas resigned. | |
| 30 July 1861 | Writ of election issued by the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly.[2] | |
| 15 August 1861 | Nominations at Camden.[3] | |
| 20 August 1861 | Polling day between 8 am and 4 pm. | |
| 29 August 1861 | Return of writ |