Charles Cowper Charles Cowper[3] The 1859 New South Wales colonial election was held between 9 June and 7 July 1859.

[4] Suffrage was limited to adult white males.

The previous parliament of New South Wales was dissolved on 11 April 1859 by the Governor, Sir William Denison, on the advice of the Premier, Charles Cowper.

There was no recognisable party structure at this election; instead the government was determined by a loose, shifting factional system.

[1] New South Wales colonial election, 9 June 1859 – 7 July 1859 [4]Legislative Assembly << 1858–1860 >>