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Opening for council candidates

Nominations for the Victorian council elections are now open, with prospective candidates having until Tuesday to lodge their nomination.

Candidates will also need to submit their candidate statements, photos and questionnaires.

Electoral commissioner Sven Bluemmel said people who would like to represent their community were encouraged to nominate as a candidate in the elections.

“If you are thinking about standing for election, make sure to confirm your eligibility and complete the mandatory online candidate training through Local Government Victoria before lodging your nomination. This includes candidates who are currently or have previously been a councillor,” he said.



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Candidates must make an appointment during business hours with the election manager to lodge their nomination forms and pay a $250 nomination fee.

Nominations must be lodged by noon on Tuesday and late nominations cannot be accepted.

More information on nominating as a candidate is available at vec.vic.gov.au/council-candidate.

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