1989 Liberal Party of Australia leadership spill

A spill of the leadership of the Liberal Party of Australia took place on 9 May 1989, following internal maneuverings by supporters of John Howard's long-time rival, Andrew Peacock. The spill was won by Andrew Peacock over John Howard by 44 votes to 27.

Liberal Party of Australia
Leadership spill, 1989
9 May 1989
 
Candidate Andrew Peacock John Howard
Caucus vote 44 27
Percentage 62.0% 38.0%
Seat Kooyong (Vic.) Bennelong (NSW)
Leader before election

John Howard

 Elected Leader

Andrew Peacock

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