A by-election was held for the New South Wales Legislative Assembly electorate of Orange on 25 May 1996 following the retirement of sitting member, Garry West.[1]
On the same day, by-elections were held in the seats of Clarence, Pittwater, Southern Highlands and Strathfield.
All seats were retained by the Liberal-National Parties, with the exception of Clarence. In Orange, the National Party suffered a swing of 13.82% against it on a two-party preferred basis.
| Date | Event | |
|---|---|---|
| 7 March 1996 | Garry West resigned from parliament. | |
| 3 April 1996 | Writ of election issued by the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly.[2] | |
| 12 April 1996 | Nominations | |
| 2 May 1996 | Polling day | |
| 7 June 1996 | Return of writ |