A raft of minor party and independent candidates vying for the cross bench could make the difference in the event of a minority government, with the Greens and teals vowing to hold the government to account on climate and other progressive reforms.

Source: https://thenewdaily.com.au/news/state/nsw/2023/03/25/nsw-vote-labour-box-seat-poll/

If the parties provide too few names or the individuals are unable to serve, the clerk may supplement with minor party judges, unaffiliated judges, or staff.

Source: https://www.journal-advocate.com/2023/08/30/recorders-notes-know-the-facts-about-election-judges/