The next local government elections will be held on Saturday 26 October 2024.
The election will be by postal ballot and will be conducted on behalf of the Council by the Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC).
Nominating as a candidate
Councils are the level of government most directly connected to the community. To effectively represent their communities, they need high-quality candidates to step forward for election.
Do you want to have a role in shaping the future of Brimbank City Council? Are you passionate about making a positive contribution to your community?
Now is the time to put your hand up to take on one of the most important leadership opportunities in Brimbank – becoming a Councillor.
Nominations to stand as a candidate in the Brimbank City Council election open on Monday 9 September and close at noon on Tuesday 17 September.
To see what it takes to become a candidate, visit vec.vic.gov.au
More information for candidates is available on our website at https://www.brimbank.vic.gov.au/council-elections
If you are planning to nominate as a candidate at the next local government elections, you will not be able to unless you have completed compulsory training. The Victorian Government provides this for all Victorians who wish to nominate as a candidate in any council election.
The training will help you understand the role and responsibilities of being a councillor.
For a list of providers that provide the Community and candidate information sessions see below:
Municipal Association of Victoria
The Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA)
The Victorian Electoral Commission
Voting
Get ready to vote in the Brimbank City Council election!
Ballot packs will be mailed to you from Monday 7 October, and should reach you before Tuesday 15 October. You have until 6pm on Friday 25 October to make sure your vote is in the post. If you are enrolled to vote, you must vote – don’t risk a fine.
For more information on voting in this election, visit vec.vic.gov.au
For more information about Brimbank council elections, visit https://www.brimbank.vic.gov.au/voter-information
Election Timeline
| Time and date | Event |
| 9am Monday 9 September to noon Tuesday 17 September 2024 |
Nominations
Anyone wishing to stand as a candidate may submit their nomination between these dates.
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| 17 September 2024 | Close of Candidate Nominations |
| Monday 7 to Thursday 10 October 2024 |
Mail out of ballot packs
Ballot packs are distributed via post to every enrolled person in contested elections. |
| 6pm on Friday 25 October 2024 | Close of Voting |
| Friday 15 November 2024 | Results declaration completed
Latest date all results will be declared. |
