Key dates

The 2025 local elections will take place from 9 September to 11 October 2025.

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  • Friday 1 August - Last day to enrol to receive voting papers by mail
  • Friday 4 July - Candidate nominations open
  • Friday 1 August - Candidate nominations close at midday
  • Tuesday 9 September - Voting documents are posted
  • Saturday 11 October - Voting closes at midday
  • Saturday 11 October - Preliminary results out
  • Friday 17 October - Final results out

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Timeline

Nominations

Friday 4 July - noon, Friday 1 August: Candidate nominations

Enrolling to vote

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

Voting period

Tuesday 9 September - noon, Saturday 11 October

Preliminary results published

11 October 2025, 05:00 PM

Final results announced

17 October 2025, 03:00 PM

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