Information for voters

You can vote from Tuesday 9 September until 12 noon on Saturday 11 October 2025.

Download and read the Pre-Elections Report

Voting packs will be sent out in the mail to everyone who is enrolled from Tuesday 9 September 2025, and these should be received by 15 September. You can also download the Information and Candidate Information booklet(PDF, 26MB).

If you haven't enrolled by 1 August, or you are on the unlisted electoral roll for personal reasons, you may need to cast a special vote.

See where and how to cast a special vote.

How do I vote?

Details on how you can vote, and voting places near you.

Your candidates

Learn more about what your mayoral and councillor candidates stand for.

Candidate meetings

We’re encouraging community groups to consider holding events where they can connect with candidates.

How to cast a special vote

If you haven't enrolled by 1 August, or you are on the unlisted electoral roll for personal reasons, you may need to cast a special vote. Find out where and how to cast a special vote.

How we elect our Council

What local government elections look like for Palmerston North City Council.

In October 2025, alongside the council elections, you’ll vote in a referendum to decide the future of Māori wards and constituencies.

Find out more about the Māori wards referendum

These are translated summaries of key information about Palmerston North City Council and how local elections work. You can check out the Voter Translations - Vote 25 page.