A by-election was held for the New South Wales Legislative Assembly electorate of Murrumbidgee on 30 March 1893 because of the resignation of the Premier Sir George Dibbs () due to insolvency. Sir George had twice been made bankrupt 10 and 15 years previously. He attributed his bankruptcy to depreciation in the value of his freehold and mining property.
Dates Date Event 23 March 1893 Sir George Dibbs resigned. 24 March 1893 Sir George Dibbs declared bankrupt. 25 March 1893 Writ of election issued by the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly. 30 March 1893 Nominations 6 April 1893 Polling day 25 April 1893 Return of writ
Result
The by-election was caused by the resignation of Sir George Dibbs () due to bankruptcy.
See also Electoral results for the district of Murrumbidgee List of New South Wales state by-elections
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