1981 New South Wales referendum

1981 New South Wales referendum
4 year terms Pecuniary interests
Yes 69% 86%
No 31% 14%

The 1981 New South Wales referendum was held on 19 September 1981, the same day as the state election. The referendum contained two questions:

  1. Do you approve a Bill for an Act to extend the maximum period between general elections for the Legislative Assembly from 3 years to 4 years?
  2. Do you approve a Bill for an Act to require Members of Parliament to disclose certain pecuniary interests and other matters?