Election Period Policy

The Election Period (otherwise known as Caretaker Period) is a period where Council business needs to be done a little differently to ensure a fair and equitable election.

The Election Period will start at 12pm on Tuesday 17 September and will end at 6pm on Saturday 26 October 2024.

During the election period, we are required to apply restrictions and limitations to activities including (but not limited to):

• Engagement and consultation with the community
• Social media posts and comments
• Communication with the community including newsletters and advertising
• Adopting policies and strategies
• Allocating grants to community organisations
• Major decisions such as planning scheme amendments and advocacy positions

These restrictions are outlined in the Election period policy on this page, and in the Local Government Act 2020.