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 | Saturday, 11 July 2026 |
| Close Main Electoral Roll | Thursday, 16 July 2026 |
| Nominations Open | Saturday, 18 July 2026 |
| Nominations Close at 12 noon on | Saturday, 25 July 2026 |
| Voting Opens | Saturday, 1 August 2026 |
| Voting Closes at 4 pm on | Saturday, 8 August 2026 |
| Count Votes and declare result | Sunday, 9 August 2026 |
