Candidates of the 1956 South Australian state election

The 1956 South Australian state election was held on 3 March 1956.

Labor

 * Hughie McAlees, MHA (Wallaroo)
 * Bert Hoare, MLC (Central No.1)

Liberal and Country

 * Herbert Michael, MHA (Light)
 * George Jenkins, MHA (Newcastle)
 * John Travers, MHA (Torrens)
 * Robert Nicholls, MHA (Young)
 * James Sandford, MLC (Central No.2)

House of Assembly
Sitting members are shown in bold text. Successful candidates are highlighted in the relevant colour. Where there is possible confusion, an asterisk (*) is also used.

Legislative Council
Sitting members are shown in bold text. Successful candidates are highlighted in the relevant colour and identified by an asterisk (*).