Elections

Queensland local government elections are held every four years, with the last election held on 28 March 2020.

The next QLD local goverment election will be held on Saturday 16 March 2024 with voting from 8am-6pm and pre-polling opening approximately 2 weeks prior. 

Early voting stations will be at Cooroy and Sunshine Beach with link to the ECQ Website EVENT VENUES LIST  and use the drop down menu "Early Voting Venues".

The Electoral Commission Queensland (ECQ) conducts all local government elections in Queensland. The Queensland Local Government Act provides more information about legislative requirements.

It is important that candidates and their support teams are familiar with the laws surrounding signage in the Noosa local government area. Council's Fact Sheet - Election Signage outlines the current requirements.

Councillor / Mayoral candidates can also request use of public space (candidate stalls) in 9 specified public parks throughout the Shire - please email elections2024@noosa.qld.gov.au for more information or contact Customer Service.

Election enquiries

For all enquiries regarding enrolment, the electoral roll, candidate nominations and voting visit Electoral Commission Queensland or telephone 1300 881 665. 

The ECQ issues all notices for the election and determines dates for closing of voter enrolments and opening and closing dates for candidate nominations.

The ECQ provides election counts and results on its website.