Council elections take place when a Councillor's term has expired and there is more than one candidate standing for the position. Local Government elections take place biannually in October.

A "Notice of Election" is published in the West Australian, Toodyay Herald and Avon Valley Advocate prior to an election. Postal and absent votes are also accepted.

Voting in Local Government elections is not compulsory; however Council encourages every Elector to have their say.

Electoral Roll

Avoid the disappointment of not being able to cast your vote at election time by ensuring that your name appears of the Electoral Roll. Most residents over the age of 18 years are eligible to be included on the roll. Please advise of any changes to your electoral roll status. If you are unsure if you are on the Shire of Toodyay electoral roll please contact the Shire Office.

Information for Candidates

Standing for Council

For more information to assist you in your decision to stand for Council, please read the following document produced by the Department for Local Government and Regional Development.

Standing for Council: Information for Candidates

Nomination Requirements

Candidates are required to lodge with the returning Officer:

• A completed nomination in the prescribed form, signed and witnessed,
• A single A4 page profile, and
• A nomination deposit

Nomination packages will be available from the Shire of Toodyay Administration Centre in the lead up to Local Government elections.

Postal Voting

If you are unable to attend on Election Day, and would like to submit an application for a postal vote then please complete the following form:  “Application for Postal Voting Papers (Form 12).”