Local Government Elections 2008
Local Government elections are held every fourth year. The next Local Government elections will be held on 13 September 2008.

The NSW Electoral Commission (NSWEC) is responsible for the conduct of all Local Government elections to ensure that the elections are conducted independently and impartially. An independent returning officer is appointed by the NSWEC to each Council area to conduct the election on behalf of and under the direction of the Electoral Commissioner. The Electoral Commissioner appoints the polling places for Council elections and the returning officer appoints the election officials.

Important dates for the 2008 Local Government elections:

Close of Rolls: Monday, 4 August 2008
Close of Nominations: Wednesday, 13 August 2008
Election day: Saturday, 13 September 2008
For further enquiries, call 1300 135 756