Candidates of the 1973 New South Wales state election

This is a list of candidates for the 1973 New South Wales state election. The election was held on 17 November 1973.

Retiring Members
Note: Jack Beale MLA (Liberal, South Coast) resigned some months prior to the election. No by-election was held.

Labor

 * Reg Coady MLA (Drummoyne)
 * Clarrie Earl MLA (Bass Hill)
 * Joe Kelly MLA (East Hills)
 * Norm Ryan MLA (Marrickville)
 * Bill Sheahan MLA (Burrinjuck)
 * Albert Sloss MLA (King)
 * Jim Southee MLA (Mount Druitt)

Liberal

 * Sir Kevin Ellis MLA (Coogee)
 * Harry Jago MLA (Gordon)

Independent

 * Bill Chaffey MLA (Tamworth) – elected as Country

Legislative 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.