Voting day in Wollongong: as it happened

The byelection was triggered by the resignation of Labor councillor Chris Connor, who found he was unable to properly represent his constituents from his new home in Tamworth.

Ann Martin (Labor) claimed victory over three other candidates, Ami Beck (Independent), Jamie Dixon (Greens) and John Mullan (Independent), vying to replace the former councillor. 

Read more: Ann Martin claims Wollongong byelection win for Labor

See how it unfolded below ...