Council Elections

When are Local Government Elections held?

Under the Local Government Act 1993, Council elections are held on the second Saturday in September every 4 years.

The next Local Government election will be on Saturday 9 September 2028.

After the Election

After each Local Government election, the Office of Local Government surveys all councils. A report provides information about the representation of the community on local councils. The report identifies:

Councillors and candidate demographics such as gender, age and experience
Election trends over time

2024 Election Results

The 2024 election was held on 14 September 2024

This report(PDF, 396KB) has been prepared in accordance with the Council's obligations under Section 393A of the Local Government (General) Regulation 2005 which requires the General Manager to report on the election.

You can find details on the election process in the 2024 Council Election Report.

Declaration of the Election:

Declaration of the Mayoral and Councillor Polls(PDF, 160KB)

Declaration of Results of Councillor Election by Ward:

Past Election Results

2021 Election Results

The 2021 election was held on 4 December 2021.

This report(PDF, 1MB) has been prepared in accordance with the Council's obligations under Section 393A of the Local Government (General) Regulation 2005 which requires the General Manager to report on the election.

2016 Election Results

The 2016 election was held on 10 September 2016

You can find details on the election process in the 2016 Council Election Report.

Declaration of the Mayoral Election:

Declaration of Results of Councillor Election By Ward:

2012 Election Results

The 2012 election was held on 8 September 2012.

You can find details on the election process in the 2012 Council Election Report(PDF, 3MB).