The NSW Electoral Commission has formally declared the result of the Uralla Shire Ward A by-election held on 18 April.
Independent Stephen Wright has been elected as the new councillor for Uralla Shire Council.
It was a close call between Mr Wright and fellow Independent Bruce McMullen, only separated by 12 votes following preferences.
Mayor Robert Bell congratulated Mr Wright on his election as Councillor for Ward A and welcomed Councillor-elect Wright, who will be sworn in at the Ordinary Council meeting on Tuesday 26 May.
Mayor Bell also acknowledged all candidates who nominated for the by-election and thanked residents who participated in the democratic process.
