New South Wales colonial election, 1869–70
New South Wales colonial election, 1869–70
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3 December 1869 –
10 January 1870 |
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The 1869–70 New South Wales colonial election was held between 3 December 1869 and 10 January 1870. This election was for all of the 72 seats in the New South Wales Legislative Assembly and it was conducted in 52 single-member constituencies, six 2-member constituencies and two 4-member constituencies, all with a first past the post system. Suffrage was limited to adult white males. The previous parliament of New South Wales was dissolved on 15 November 1869 by the Governor, Lord Belmore, on the advice of the Premier, John Robertson.
There was no recognisable party structure at this election; instead the government was determined by a loose, shifting factional system.
Key dates
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Event |
| 15 November 1869 |
The Legislative Assembly was dissolved, and writs were issued by the Governor to proceed with an election. |
| 2 December to 27 December 1869 |
Nominations for candidates for the election closed. |
| 3 December 1869 to 10 January 1870 |
Polling days. |
| 27 January 1870 |
Opening of new Parliament. |
Results
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New South Wales colonial election, 3 December 1869 – 10 January 1870
Legislative Assembly
<< 1864–65 — 1872 >> |
| Enrolled voters |
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| Votes cast |
87,137 |
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Turnout |
53.70 |
+2.30 |
| Informal votes |
226 |
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Informal |
0.41 |
+0.05 |
| Summary of votes by party |
| Party |
Primary votes |
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Swing |
Seats |
Change |
| Total |
87,137 |
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72 |
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References
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