When were the last NSW council elections?

NSW Local Council elections held on 9 September 2017.

How often are council elections in NSW?

Councils are made up of between six and fifteen councillors (one of whom is the mayor). Elections are held every four years (1 – see note below). The mayor in some council areas is elected by the electors. In other council areas the Mayor is elected by the councillors.

Are council elections compulsory in South Australia?

Unlike State and Federal elections, it is not compulsory to vote in South Australian council elections.

Are council elections compulsory in Tasmania?

Voting in council elections is not compulsory. Tasmanian Local Government elections were last held in October 2018 for 28 of Tasmania’s 29 councils, and in January 2018 for the Glenorchy City Council.

Who has to vote in NSW council elections?

You must enrol to vote if you are 18 years or over and an Australian citizen.

Who can vote in council elections in NSW?

It is compulsory to vote at Federal, State and local elections. “Eligible persons” means all Australian citizens aged 18 years or more. To enrol for the first time, or to get back on the electoral roll, enrol online via the Australian Electoral Commission website.

How often are local government elections held in Australia?

Elections for local councils are held every four years on the last business day before the second Saturday in November.

How long does a mayor stay in office Australia?

The mayor is the figurehead of the council and is elected by their fellow councillors for a one or two-year term. Mayors may be re-elected at the discretion of the council.

Are council elections compulsory in NSW?

Voting is compulsory Everyone whose name is on a residential roll for a NSW local government election must vote in that council’s election. You can check if and where you are enrolled to vote on the NSW Electoral Commission’s website.

Where can I find results for elections run by nswec?

The menu on the left provides access to results and information about the status and the dates and time the status was achieved for elections run by the NSWEC. For detailed results for a Local Government Area (Council) go to Results by Local Government Area. Each contest type is counted differently.

How many electors are enrolled in this council area?

Total Number of Electors: Residential and non-residential electors enrolled in this Council area on 31 July 2017 was 72,723. Electors may continue to enrol up to and including Election Day.

How is the Check count conducted in NSW elections?

The data entry (check count) is conducted at a NSWEC Local Government Count Centre. The NSWEC was responsible for 45 Council elections. As part of the data entry markings from each ballot paper were either bulk entered or data entered paper by paper into the NSWEC proportional representation count system.

Where can I find the results of an election in Maitland?

Maitland City Council elected to administer their own election, results were reported on their Council website and have been supplied by the council and incorporated on this website. The NSWEC takes no responsibility for the accuracy of this data. Central Darling was in administration and as such was unable to participate in this election.