General elections were held in the

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on 11 October 1960 for seats on the

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. For the general election the Territory was divided into five districts, the largest of which (the 2nd District -

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) would have two members. All seats were contested. The Supervisor of Elections was Norwell Elton Allenby Harrigan.

Candidates

At the time candidates were not affiliated with

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. The following candidates stood:

Results

References

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