A by-election was held for the New South Wales Legislative Assembly electorate of West Sydney on 18 October 1865 because of the resignation of John Robertson due to financial difficulties.
Dates Date Event 10 October 1865 John Robertson resigned. 11 October 1865 Writ of election issued by the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly. 18 October 1865 Nominations 20 October 1865 Polling day 24 October 1865 Return of writ
Result
John Robertson resigned due to financial difficulties.
See also Electoral results for the district of West Sydney List of New South Wales state by-elections
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