Thinking about running for local council? The links below include important information about what’s involved in becoming a candidate in the 2026 Local Government Extraordinary Elections.
Nominations open:
- 3 February for the 26 March elections
- 5 February for the 28 March elections
Nominations close:
- 10 February for the 26 March elections
- 12 February for the 28 March elections
Quick links
- Information about becoming a candidate - click here for info about who can be a candidate, how to nominate and disclosures
- Electoral Offenses and complaints - click here for info about authorisation of electoral material, ballot paper handling and more
Resources
- Nomination Builder - use Nomination Builder to prepare and submit your nomination profile.
- Nomination Builder FAQs
- Candidate Information PowerPoint - for any queries please email rocoordination@waec.wa.gov.au
- Candidate Information video - for any queries please email rocoordination@waec.wa.gov.au
Guides:
Social media advertising
If you are nominating to be a candidate, make sure to review guidelines for political advertising on social media channels to avoid serious consequences that may affect your campaign.
TikTok advertising