Local Government Elections

Under the Local Government Act 1995 (Act), Ordinary local elections are held every two years on the third Saturday in October. Council members are elected for a term of up to four years. 

Nominations for the next ordinary election will be open from Thursday 2nd September, 2021 and close 4:00pm Thursday 9th September, 2021, with an in person election to be held on Saturday 16th October, 2021. 

A Call for Nominations has been issued, and an up to date schedule of nominations is found here: Nomination Schedule

Further information regarding Local Government Elections, including the role of a council member, an introduction to local government, and conduct of local government elections can be found on the DLGSC website, as well as a link to the Mandatory Induction Course required to be completed by a candidate prior to being eligible to stand for election. 

Important Links:

DLGSC website

Mandatory Induction Course

Call for Nominations

Nomination Schedule

Councillors

Council Meetings