1983 Liberal Party of Australia leadership election

An election for the leadership of the Liberal Party of Australia took place on 11 March 1983, following the resignation of Malcolm Fraser following his defeat at the 1983 federal election. The contest was won by Andrew Peacock over John Howard by 36 votes to 20.

Candidates

 * John Howard, incumbent Deputy Leader, former Treasurer, Member for Bennelong
 * Andrew Peacock, former Minister for Industry, Member for Kooyong

Results
The following tables gives the ballot results: