Local Government Elections 2024
Overview
Get ready for the approaching Local Government Elections scheduled for Saturday, 14 September 2024. Whether you're planning to vote or considering a run for Council, we've collated resources to support you in your preparations.
Voting in this election is an opportunity to determine 10 representatives who form the elected body that governs Council across various aspects of our Local Government Area. A key responsibility of all elected councillors is to act in the interests of our residents and ratepayers through open, transparent and informed decision making.
List of Candidates
To view the list of 2024 Parkes Shire Council candidates, visit 2024 Parkes Shire Council Candidates.
How to vote
Whether you're a returning voter or its your first time, head over to the NSW Electoral Commission website to find out more.
The Parkes Shire Local Government Election will have ballot paper with group voting squares. View a preview of the ballot paper here: Parkes Shire Council 2024 Ballot Paper
Grouped Candidates
A ballot paper with group voting squares has a thick line running across it, with group voting squares above the line and columns of candidate voting squares below it. Below the line, the group candidates are listed in columns directly beneath their group voting square. The group chooses the order they list their candidates below the line.
The squares above the line allow voters to vote for all candidates listed in that group (with the topmost candidate receiving the highest preference in that group, and the bottommost candidate receiving the lowest preference in that group).
Ungrouped Candidates
Candidates not included in a group are shown in a column on the right-hand side of the ballot paper, in ballot paper draw order, and these are referred to as ungrouped candidates.
To view instructions on how to vote using the Parkes Shire Council 2024 Ballot Paper, visit NSW Electoral Commission - How To Cast Your Vote.
Where To Vote
Early Voting and Pre-Polling
To find out more information on early voting and pre-polling, visit NSW Electoral Commission - Voting Options
Postal Vote
Postal vote applications are now open for the 2024 NSW Local Government elections. Applications close at 5pm Monday 9 September 2024. For more information on postal voting, visit the NSW Electoral Commission website.
Pre-Polling
Pre-Polling will be available at The Coventry Room, Parkes Shire Library & Cultural Centre, 25 Bogan Street, Parkes NSW 2870.
Opening Hours:
Saturday 07 September to Friday 13 September 2024
Monday - Wednesday: 8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday: 8:30am - 8:00pm
Friday: 8:30am - 6:00pm
Saturday: 9:00am - 6:00pm
For more information on early voting, please phone the NSW Electoral Commission on (02) 9179 0780.
Enrol to vote
To enrol for the first time or get back on the roll, head over to the Australian Electoral Commission website.
Update details
When you move house, or if you change your name, you must update your details on the electoral roll. Head over to the Australian Electoral Commission website.
Check if you can vote
If you're a resident in the Parkes Shire local government area, you can check if your enrolment details are up-to-date with the Australian Electoral Commission. You must enter your details exactly as they appear on the electoral roll.