Plan your election timeline
We adjust the timing of the election process to suit your organisation.
Use the Election Planner below to map out the key stages of your election and see how the timeline fits together.
If you need help creating a schedule, our Mission Control team can assist you in setting a timetable that works best for your organisation.
Election Planner
Start by selecting how long each stage of the election will run. Once these are selected, the planner will automatically calculate the key dates in your election timeline.
| Stage | Calculated date |
|---|---|
| Appoint Returning Officer | Friday, 13 March 2026 |
| Close Main Electoral Roll | Wednesday, 18 March 2026 |
| Nominations Open | Friday, 20 March 2026 |
| Nominations Close at 12 noon on | Friday, 27 March 2026 |
| Voting Opens | Friday, 3 April 2026 |
| Voting Closes at 4 pm on | Friday, 10 April 2026 |
| Count Votes and declare result | Saturday, 11 April 2026 |
