A by-election was held for the New South Wales Legislative Assembly electorate of Goldfields North on 7 April 1863 because of the resignation of James Hoskins. Hoskins had been supported by a voluntary contribution from miners however he resigned for financial reasons, taking the job of overseer of northern roads.
Dates Date Event 17 February 1863 James Hoskins resigned. 2 March 1863 Writ of election issued by the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly. 323 March 1863 Nominations 7 April 1863 Polling day 18 April 1863 Return of writ
Result
James Hoskins resigned.
See also Electoral results for the district of Goldfields North List of New South Wales state by-elections
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