1867 Central Cumberland colonial by-election explained

A by-election was held for the New South Wales Legislative Assembly electorate of Central Cumberland on 27 June 1867 because of the resignation of John Hay who was then appointed to the Legislative Council.[1]

Dates

DateEvent
27 May 1867John Hay resigned.
5 June 1867Writ of election issued by the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly.[2]
24 June 1867Nominations
27 June 1867Polling day
5 July 1867Return of writ

Result

The by-election was caused by the resignation of John Hay who was then appointed to the Legislative Council.

See also

Notes and References

  1. Sir John Hay (1816-1892) . 443 . Yes . 13 May 2019.
  2. News: Writ of election: Central Cumberland . . 92 . 5 June 1867 . 24 August 2020 . 1381 . Trove.