[1] No candidates were nominated for Port Phillip as a result of the campaign for independence from New South Wales,[2] and a fresh writ was issued for an election on 3 October.
[5] The election of James Martin was declared void on the grounds that he was not qualified to stand;[8][9] however, he was re-elected unopposed.
[18] The writ was not returned in time and the Governor issued a proclamation declaring the election was valid despite the delay.
[24] Five members to be elected The original polling day was 27 July;[1] however, no candidates were nominated for Port Phillip as a result of the campaign for independence from New South Wales.
[3] The writ was not returned in time and the Governor issued a proclamation declaring the election was valid despite the delay.