1974 Goulburn state by-election

A by-election was held for the New South Wales Legislative Assembly electorate of Goulburn on 20 July 1974 because Country Party member Ron Brewer resigned to contest the 1974 federal election for Eden-Monaro. Brewer was defeated by 146 votes, and re-contested Goulburn.

Candidates

 * Dermid McDermott, the Labor Party candidate, was the son of the Mayor of Goulburn. This was the only time he would contest a Legistaive Assembly election.
 * Ron Brewer, the Country Party candidate, was the former member recontesting the seat.

Results
Ron Brewer resigned to unsuccessfully contest the 1974 federal election for Eden-Monaro.