The 2023 Election
The 2023 election sees the following positions available on Council:
- Lord Mayor, 4 year term, Term to expire on 16 October 2027
- 4 Councillors, 4 year terms, Term to expire on 16 October 2027
Electoral Gift Register
Information for voters
Information for candidates
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When is election day?Saturday, 21 October 2023.
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When does the poll close?6pm on Saturday, 21 October 2023.
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When are the votes counted?After 6pm on Saturday, 21 October 2023.
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When are the election results announced?On the evening of Saturday, 21 October 2023 or morning of Sunday, 22 October 2023, when the counting of votes has been finalised.
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Where can I vote?The election is conducted via postal voting. A ballot box will be on ground floor of Council House Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm and on Saturday, 21 October 2023 from 8am - 6pm.
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When will I receive the voting papers?Approximately three weeks before election day.
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What is the system for counting votes?
The ‘first past the post’ system is currently used for local government elections. Electors indicate the candidate, or candidates, of their choice by placing a tick in the box opposite the names of the chosen people, up to the number of vacancies to be filled, with candidates being elected in order of the number of votes they receive.
Note: The State Government is proposing to change the first past the post system to a preferential voting system.
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Who is the Returning Officer?The Electoral Commissioner will appoint a Returning Officer for the 2023 City of Perth Ordinary Election.
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Can I vote for the Lord Mayor directly?Yes, if you are an elector of the City of Perth. The next Lord Mayor election will be held on 21 October 2023.
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Does the City have wards?No.
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What do I do if I don't receive my ballot papers?Please call the City's Governance team on 08 9461 3250 to request replacement ballot papers.
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If I own multiple properties in the City, can I vote more than once?No, an individual cannot vote multiple times.
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Why do I have to provide a copy of my lease, tenancy agreement etc?Under the Local Government Act 1995 and the Local Government (Elections) Regulations 1997 the Chief Executive Officer can make inquires to determine a person's eligibility for enrolment, including asking for a copy of a lease or tenancy agreement to support a claim for enrolment.
