General News
2 September, 2024
Call for council candidates
Candidates for the upcoming local council elections are being urged to use the Victorian Electoral Commission’s (VEC’s) newly refreshed Candidate Helper to get their applications ready for submission when nominations open on Monday September 9.
Electoral Commissioner Sven Bluemmel said there were important steps to complete before nominating.
“If you want to represent your local community, make sure to confirm your eligibility and complete the mandatory online candidate training through Local Government Victoria before lodging your nomination,” he said.
“This rule applies to all candidates, including those who are currently or have previously been a councillor.”
The VEC’s online Candidate Helper at vec.vic.gov.au/council-candidate allows candidates to pre-fill their nomination forms before submitting them at their nomination appointment.
Candidates can also watch a series of videos on key topics such as the nomination process, including the rules and procedures that apply.
More information is available online at vec.vic.gov.au. The Candidate Handbook is also available on the VEC website.
Prospective candidates are also encouraged to attend the candidate information sessions being held in each electorate from September 4-6.
Candidates must make an appointment to submit their nomination forms and pay the $250 fee in person during business hours.
They must provide evidence that they have completed the online candidate training, as this is required by law and will be shown on each candidate’s nomination form.
Candidates must make an appointment to submit their nomination form in person at the election office by calling the Candidate Helpline on 8620 1316 before Monday September 9.
After September 9 call 131 832 to be directed through to the relevant election office.
Nominations close at 12pm on Tuesday September 17.
Late nominations will not be accepted.
More information on nominating is available at vec.vic.gov.au
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