Interested in the 2022 Local Government Elections?

Your opportunity to stand for local council, or vote for whom you want to represent you and your community is approaching fast. Election Day is on Saturday, 8 October and nominations for Council open on Friday, 15 July.

We have plenty of information on our website to help you understand how you can participate in the local elections.

  • If you have never voted before, or will turn 18 before the election, you can find out about enrolling to vote to make sure you have your say.
  • If you are considering standing for Council you can find out how to go about it and what the rules are.
  • If you want to understand why your vote matters and how the voting process works, you can find out more here.


Interested in the 2022 Local Government Elections?