South Burnett Division One By-Election - 30 April 2022

“The by-election is an opportunity for community minded citizens to stand for democratic election and join the Council to make key decisions on issues ranging from roads, rates, waste, the environment, developing industry and liveability,” said South Burnett Regional Council CEO, Mark Pitt.

“We are working with the Electoral Commission of Queensland who will conduct the election.”

Key dates for the by-election are: -

• Notice of Election                             Friday 1 April 2022
• Close of Rolls                                   Thursday 7 April 2022
• Close of Nominations                       Monday 11 April Midday 2022
• Election Day                                     Saturday 30 April 2022
• Last day for return of postal votes  Tuesday 10 May 2022

Division One includes the areas of Nanango, Booie, Wattle Camp, Johnstown, Wyalla, Sandy Ridges, Runnymede, Bullcamp, East Nanango, Glan Devon, Barker Creek Flat, Hodgleigh, Kunioon and Brooklands.

Mr Pitt said that there would be four days of pre-poll voting available at the Council premises at 48 Drayton Street for those who can’t vote on the Saturday.

“The one polling booth open from 8am to 6pm on Saturday 30 April 2022 will be located at the Nanango State School.”

“Nearly 4,000 voters are enrolled in Division One and their choice of local government leader will affect their lives now and in the future.”

“This is grass roots Australian democracy at its best. The more people that turn out and vote on Saturday 30 April 2022, the more representative the outcome will be of the wishes of the people of Division One,” said Mr Pitt.

For further information contact the Electoral Commission of Queensland (ECQ) on 1300 881 665 or visit the ECQ website https://www.ecq.qld.gov.au/elections/election-events/south-burnett-regional-council-division-1-by-election.