292When is a by-election to be held?

#### 292 When is a by-election to be held? 292 When is a by-election to be held? > A by-election to fill a casual vacancy in the office of a councillor or a mayor elected by the electors of an area is to be held on a Saturday that— > > > (a) falls not later than 3 months after the vacancy occurs, and > > > (b) is fixed by the general manager (in relation to an election administered by the general manager) or the Electoral Commissioner (in relation to an election administered by the Electoral Commissioner). > > **s 292:** Am 1998 No 141, Sch 1 \[4\]. Subst 2011 No 24, Sch 1 \[6\].