Council
30 August, 2024
VEC invites candidates to step up
CANDIDATES ready to stand in the upcoming Corangamite Shire Council postal election are urged to use the Victorian Electoral Commission’s (VEC’s) newly refreshed Candidate Helper to get their applications ready for submission when nominations open on Monday, September 9.
Electoral commissioner Sven Bluemmel reminded candidates there are several important steps they must complete before nominating.
“If you want to represent your local community, make sure to confirm your eligibility and complete the mandatory online candidate training through Local Government Victoria before lodging your nomination,” he said.
“This rule applies to all candidates, including those who are currently or have previously been a councillor.”
The VEC’s online Candidate Helper at vec.vic.gov.au/council-candidate allows candidates to pre-fill their nomination forms before submitting them at their nomination appointment.
Prospective candidates are encouraged to attend the candidate information sessions being held in each electorate before the opening of nominations.
Prospective candidates must make an appointment to submit their nomination forms and pay the $250 fee in person during business hours.
They must provide evidence that they have completed the online candidate training, as this is required by law and will be shown on each candidate’s nomination form.
Candidates must make an appointment to submit their nomination form in person at the election office by calling the Candidate Helpline on 8620 1316 between Tuesday, August 20 and Monday, September 9.
From Monday, September 9 candidates can call 13 18 32 and they will be directed through to the relevant election office.
Nominations close at 12noon on Tuesday, September 17, and late nominations will not be accepted.
More information on nominating, including videos on key topics in the process and the Candidate Handbook, is available at vec.vic.gov.au.