A by-election for the seat of Canterbury in the New South Wales Legislative Assembly was held on 24 February 1865 because of the resignation of John Lucas, who had been elected to both Canterbury, and Hartley.

Dates Date Event 15 February 1865 Writ of election issued by the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly and close of electoral rolls. 21 February 1865 Day of nomination 24 February 1865 Polling day 28 February 1865 Return of writ

Results

John Lucas resigned.

See also Electoral results for the district of Canterbury List of New South Wales state by-elections

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