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The 2024 NSW Local Government elections take place on Saturday 14 September. Voting locations are listed on the NSW Electoral Commission website.
Tweed Shire’s current councillors will continue to hold their civic offices until the local government elections.
The NSW Electoral Commission (NSWEC) administers the election on behalf of a majority of Councils across NSW.
For more information visit the NSWEC website, call 1300 135 736 for enrolment, voting and general enquiries or 1300 022 011 for political party, candidate enquiries, third party campaigner and political donor enquiries.
Elections for Tweed Shire Councillors
Tweed Shire Council is governed by 7 Councillors who are elected to represent the shire (there are no wards or divisions). Tweed Shire’s councillor details can be found on our councillors page.
Our Councillors are elected for a 4-year term of office, with the next NSW Local Government election due to be held on Saturday 14 September 2024. In 2021 Councillors were elected for a shorter term due to the impacts of COVID-19.
The Mayor and Deputy Mayor (should council wish to have a Deputy Mayor) are elected by the Councillors in a process managed by Tweed Shire Council. The Mayor is elected at the first meeting of the Council for a period of 2 years, while Council will determine if a Deputy Mayor is elected which Council currently does for 1 year terms.
2024 Election candidates
A total of 45 candidates have registered to contest the Tweed Shire Council election on Saturday 14 September 2024 following finalisation of the ballot sheet by the NSW Electoral Commission in early August.
The candidates make up 10 grouped tickets, with 7 candidates running on their own as individuals.
The full list of candidates and groups is available on the NSW Electoral Commission website.
How and where to vote
Voting on the day
Polling stations will be conveniently located across the Tweed Shire on election day.
To find your nearest polling station via either interactive map or list view, visit the NSW Electoral Commission website.
Polling venues will be open from 8 am to 6 pm on election day.
Voting early (pre-polling)
Tweed residents unable to vote in the upcoming Local Government election on polling day have the option to vote early.
Pre-poll voting is available from Saturday 7 September to Friday 13 September 2024 (excluding Sunday) for eligible electors.
The NSW Electoral Commission, which is conducting the election on behalf of councils across NSW, is operating 5 pre-polling venues across the Tweed at:
Casuarina Beach Hockey Club
1 Barclay Drive, Casuarina NSW 2487
Assisted access, no designated accessible parking, building has lips or steps, path of travel may be difficult.
- Monday to Wednesday: 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
- Thursday: 8:30 am - 8 pm
- Friday: 8:30 am - 6 pm
Murwillumbah Civic and Cultural Centre
10-14 Tumbulgum Road, Murwillumbah NSW 2484
Fully wheelchair accessible.
- Monday to Wednesday: 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
- Thursday: 8:30 am - 8 pm
- Friday: 8:30 am - 6 pm
Tweed Heads South Community Centre
18 Heffron Street, Tweed Heads South NSW 2486
Fully wheelchair accessible.
- Monday to Wednesday: 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
- Thursday: 8:30 am - 8 pm
- Friday: 8:30 am - 6 pm
Tweed Returning Officers' Office
68 Gollan Drive, Tweed Heads West NSW 2485
Fully wheelchair accessible.
- Monday to Wednesday: 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
- Thursday: 8:30 am - 8 pm
- Friday: 8:30 am - 6 pm
Tweed Shire Council Civic and Cultural Centre Auditorium
Brett Street , Tweed Heads NSW 2485
Fully wheelchair accessible.
- Monday to Wednesday: 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
- Thursday: 8:30 am - 8 pm
- Friday: 8:30 am - 6 pm
Pre-poll voting is only available to those who meet the eligibility criteria. To find out if you are eligible to vote early, visit the NSW Electoral Commission website.
Frequently asked questions
Running for Council
Candidate enrolments for the 2024 Local Government Elections are now closed.
Candidates are advised to closely monitor the NSWEC website and social media channels for updates on the election and information on becoming a councillor.
Council provided briefing sessions in May and June for prospective candidates to gain a better understanding of the role of councillor.
Four briefing sessions were hosted in total, conducted by former Mayor of Lismore Jenny Dowell OAM and supported by Council and Local Government NSW.
Key dates for candidates
Tuesday 7 May 2024
2 × Candidate briefing sessions
Tweed Heads Administration OfficeTuesday 4 June 2024
2 × Candidate briefing sessions
Murwillumbah Council ChambersMonday 5 August 2024
Candidate enrolments close- To be confirmed
Tour of Tweed Shire
- 9, 10 and 11 October 2024
Also 18 October 2024
Councillor induction program
View all 2024 NSW Local Government election key dates.
Non-residential roll
The non residential roll has now closed for the 2024 Local Government Election.
You can check your residential enrolment by contacting Australian Electoral Commission on 13 23 26, or visit their website.
Would you like to work at the election?
Tweed residents who would like to work at the NSW Local Government election can register their interest through the NSW Electoral Commission, when the event becomes available.
A range of election work opportunities are available, from polling place managers to election officials and declaration vote issuing officers. Work in a polling place on the day of the election or for longer periods in returning offices and pre-poll voting centres.
For more information, including details on pay rates, visit the NSW Electoral Commission website.
Is it compulsory to vote?
Yes, voting is compulsory.
I’m not going to be in the Tweed on 14 September 2024, can I vote anywhere else?
No. Out of area (absent) voting is not available at local government elections in NSW. You must vote in your Council area or use an early/postal voting option.
Can I do a postal vote?
Yes, postal voting is open as of Tuesday 6 August 2024. It is only available to those who meet the eligibility criteria. To find out if you are eligible for a postal vote visit, elections.nsw.gov.au. Applications for postal votes must be received by the NSW Electoral Commission by 5 pm on the Monday before election day. Completed ballots must be received by 6 pm on the 13th day after election day.
Will I be fined if I don’t vote?
If you don’t vote in a Council election and you don’t have a valid reason, you will be fined $55 by the NSW Electoral Commission.
Can I vote in the election if I own rateable property in the Tweed but don’t live there?
Is Tweed Shire Council the contact for NSW State Elections?
Council is not the contact for NSW State Elections, it is the NSW Electoral Commission.
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