In January 1980 , Renshaw resigned from the NSW Parliament .
In January 1980 , Renshaw endorsed his private secretary , Curran , as ALP candidate at the resulting by - election to be held a few weeks later in February .
In January 1980 , Renshaw resigned from the NSW Parliament and endorsed his private secretary , Curran , as ALP candidate at the resulting by - election to be held a few weeks later in February .