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Elections Publications

Election Timetable: 17 October 2009 Ordinary ElectionsView the elections timetable for Saturday, 17 October 2009.
Election Timetable TemplateA spreadsheet template to produce an elections timetable for extraordinary and other elections.
First Past The Post – Information FlyerA brief explanation of the return to the First Past the Post Voting method.
Frequently asked questions (FAQs) about your local government electionsCommonly asked questions about election procedures and the law.
Local Government Election TypesInformation about which local governments are holding a Voting In Person or Postal Election.
Local Government in Western Australia - A Guide for Indigenous communitiesA brief outline of what local governments do and how they govern the people in their district.
Returning Officer’s ManualA guide for Returning Officers which includes election forms.
Elected Member Induction Guidelines
Standing for Council - Information for CandidatesInformation on the role of local governments, the role of councillors and how to nominate for council.
View the PowerPoint Presentation on Standing for Council
View the Standing for Council DVD

Helpful advice from local government councillors and the Department of Local Government’s Director General.
Part 4 of the Local Government Act 1995Relates to the administration of local government elections. Candidates should be aware that elections are conducted under an act of Parliament and that there are penalties if convicted of breaching this Act.
Local Government (Elections) Regulations 1997The Regulations accompany the Act and prescribe regulations for various election processes.


 
 
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