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In South Australia, council elections are held every four years. Council elections allow voters the opportunity to choose who they wish to represent them on Council, and is one of the most direct ways you can make a difference in everyday life within the Coorong District Council.
The next council election will happen in April 2027. Unlike State and Federal elections, it is not compulsory to vote in South Australian council elections and voting is carried out by post.
2027 Council Elections Timetable
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Close of electoral roll | 5:00pm, Monday 4 January 2027 |
| Nominations open | Tuesday 26 January 2027 |
| Nominations close | 12 noon, Tuesday 9 February 2027 |
| Mailout of ballot material to electors | Between Thursday 11 March and Wednesday 17 March 2027 |
| Close of voting (Polling Day) | 5:00pm, Wednesday 7 April 2027 |
| Scrutiny and count | Saturday 10 April 2027 |
More information is available at www.councilelections.sa.gov.au.