Local Government Council Elections – Update
The next periodic local government council elections will be held in April 2027 (previously scheduled for November 2026).
KEY DATES
Roll close – Monday 4 January 2027
Nominations open – Tuesday 26 January 2027
Nominations close – Tuesday 9 February 2027
Close of voting – Wednesday 7 April 2027
Scrutiny and Count – Saturday 10 April 2027
From rubbish to roads, parks to paths, and bikes to bushwalks, local councils are central to creating places and spaces we enjoy in our everyday lives. Together with its communities, councils work on enhancing an area's liveability.
If you use your local library, enjoy a bite at a local café, or a run in the local park, the upcoming local council elections is your opportunity to contribute to making your community a better place to live.
Go to the Council Elections website (external link).
For information and the results of past council elections, visit the our past council elections results page.
To review election reports, visit our publications page.
To view results from periodic elections, visit our results website.
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