1960 Kurri Kurri state by-election explained

A by-election was held for the New South Wales Legislative Assembly seat of Kurri Kurri on Saturday 8 October 1960 and was triggered by the death of George Booth .[1]

The Temora by-election was held on the same day.

Dates

Date Event
31 July 1960George Booth died.
12 September 1960Writ of election issued by the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly.[2]
19 September 1960Nominations
8 October 1960Polling day
28 October 1960Return of writ

Result

George Booth died and was succeeded by his son Ken.

See also

Notes and References

  1. Mr George Booth (1891–1960) . 1517 . Yes . 13 May 2019.
  2. News: Writ of election: Kurri Kurri . . 109 . 12 September 1960 . 2020-09-30 . 2927 . Trove.