A by-election was held for the New South Wales Legislative Assembly electorate of Liverpool Plains on 29 January 1870 because Charles Cowper had been appointed Premier and Colonial Secretary, forming the fifth Cowper ministry.
Dates Date Event 13 January 1870 Cowper appointed Colonial Secretary. Writ of election issued by the Governor. 21 January 1870 Nominations. 29 January 1870 Polling day 5 February 1870 Return of writ
Result
Charles Cowper was appointed Premier and Colonial Secretary.
See also Electoral results for the district of Liverpool Plains List of New South Wales state by-elections
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