1876 Murrumbidgee colonial by-election
By-election in New South Wales, Australia
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A by-election was held for the New South Wales Legislative Assembly electorate of Murrumbidgee on 21 February 1876 because William Forster was appointed Agent-General in London.[1]
Dates
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 4 February 1876 | William Forster accepted appointment as Agent-General.[2] |
| 5 February 1876 | Writ of election issued by the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly.[3] |
| 21 February 1876 | Nominations |
| 6 March 1876 | Polling day |
| 20 March 1876 | Return of writ |
Result
| Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joseph Leary (re-elected) | unopposed | ||