1986 Canterbury state by-election
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A by-election for the seat of Canterbury in the New South Wales Legislative Assembly was held on 1 February 1986. The by-election was triggered by the resignation of Labor MP Kevin Stewart to accept the post of Agent-General for NSW in London.[1][2]
By-elections for the seats of Cabramatta and Kiama were held on the same day.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 31 December 1985 | Kevin Stewart resigned.[2] |
| 3 January 1986 | Writ of election issued by the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly and close of electoral rolls.[3] |
| 9 January 1986 | Close of nominations |
| 12 November 2016 | Polling day, between the hours of 8 am and 6 pm |
| 21 February 1986 | Return of writ |
