Eligible Victorians are being encouraged to ensure they are enrolled to vote in the forthcoming local council elections. With a deadline set for 4 pm on Wednesday, 7 August, residents and ratepayers have a short window to verify their enrolment status.
Sven Bluemmel, the Electoral Commissioner, emphasised the importance of participation, stating, “If you’re 18 or over and you live in or pay rates to a Victorian council, enrol and have your say on the future of your local council.”
Newly turned 18-year-olds and those who have recently moved can easily enrol or update their details online at vec.vic.gov.au/enrolment. For those already on the state electoral roll, automatic enrolment is in place for their current address. Additional categories are available for non-resident owners, occupiers, company nominees, and non-Australian citizens who pay rates.
Recent changes to enrolment rules mean property owners who do not reside in their council area but pay rates should seek further information from their local council to confirm their eligibility to vote.
The 2024 Victorian local council elections are set to be the state’s largest single election program, with an estimated 4.7 million voters taking part in 465 individual elections across 78 councils. It’s important to note that Moira Shire Council is under administration and will not hold a general election this October.
For more details on enrolment, voters can call 131 832 or visit vec.vic.gov.au. The website also offers the VoterAlert service, allowing voters to sign up for free election reminders via SMS and email.
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