A by-election was held for the New South Wales Legislative Assembly electorate of Central Cumberland on 21 November 1885 because of the resignation of John Lackey who was appointed to the Legislative Council. Dates Result The by-election was caused by the resignation of John Lackey who was appointed to the Legislative Council. See also Electoral results for the district of Central Cumberland List of New South Wales state by-elections References 1885 elections in Australia New South Wales state by-elections 1880s in New South Wales