A by-election was held for the New South Wales Legislative Assembly electorate of Redfern on 8 October 1949 because of the death of George Noble ().
The Cessnock by-election was held on the same day.
Dates Date Event 9 July 1949 George Noble died. 12 September 1949 Writ of election issued by the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly. 19 September 1949 Close of nominations 8 October 1949 Polling day 1 November 1949 Return of writ
Result
The by-election was caused by the death of George Noble ().
Aftermath Kevin Dwyer did not serve for long, losing pre-selection for the 1950 state election and retiring from politics.
See also Electoral results for the district of Redfern List of New South Wales state by-elections
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