1871 Liverpool Plains colonial by-election

A by-election was held for the New South Wales Legislative Assembly electorate of Liverpool Plains on 9 January 1871 because Charles Cowper had been appointed Agent General in London.

Candidates
John Robertson was already a member of the Legislative Assembly, for the electorate West Sydney. At the nominations Hanley Bennett produced a telegram from Robertson stating that he would not oppose Lewis Levy and would not sit if elected.

Polling places
Tamworth · Gunnedah · Moonbi · Nundle · Bowling Alley Point · Barraba · Manilla · Black Creek · The Rocks (Grover's) · Wallabadah · Tambar Springs · Doughboy Hollow · Breeza · Quirindi

Polling was delayed at Breeza and Quirindi Inn because of floods and a mistake by a postmaster.

Result
Charles Cowper was appointed Agent General in London.