1954 Leichhardt state by-election
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A by-election was held for the New South Wales Legislative Assembly electorate of Leichhardt on 9 July 1954 because of the death of Claude Matthews (Labor)[1] who committed suicide while still in office. He had been receiving treatment for a "nervous condition" for 18 months.[2]
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 9 January 1954 | Claude Matthews died.[1] |
| 23 February 1954 | Writ of election issued by the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly.[3] |
| 3 March 1954 | Day of nomination |
| 20 March 1954 | Polling day |
| 5 April 1954 | Return of writ |
