1893 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 30 March 1893 because of the resignation of the Premier Sir George Dibbs (Protectionist) due to insolvency.[1] Sir George had twice been made bankrupt 10 and 15 years previously. He attributed his bankruptcy to depreciation in the value of his freehold and mining property.[2]
Dates
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 23 March 1893 | Sir George Dibbs resigned.[1] |
| 24 March 1893 | Sir George Dibbs declared bankrupt.[3] |
| 25 March 1893 | Writ of election issued by the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly.[4] |
| 30 March 1893 | Nominations |
| 6 April 1893 | Polling day |
| 25 April 1893 | Return of writ |
Result
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | ±% | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protectionist | Sir George Dibbs (re-elected) | unopposed | |||
| Protectionist hold | |||||