Local Government elections are held every four years. The most recent election was held by postal ballot in October 2022.
Elected Representatives 2022 - 2026
Recording of: Declaration of Office Ceremony
View the Results: Burnie City Council Election
View Candidates: Local Government Elections 2022 Candidates
Who can vote at a local government election?
Voting in Tasmanian local government elections is now compulsory.
To check whether you're enrolled, visit the Tasmanian Electoral Commission (TEC) website: Local Government Elections Enrolment
Anyone who is enrolled on the state electoral roll for an address in the Burnie municipal area, is automatically enrolled for the municipal area as well.
Other people who own or occupy land in the municipal area, or are the nominated representatives of a corporate body that owns or occupies land in the municipal area, are also eligible to enrol, but must lodge an application with the General Manager.
You may be eligible for the General Manager's Local Government Roll in Burnie if:
- you are a resident in the Burnie municipality but not eligible for the state electoral roll (eg. you are not an Australian Citizen)
- you own or occupy land in Burnie but do not live in Burnie (eg. you lease a shop or own a shack)
- you are the nominated representative of a corporate body that owns or occupies land in Burnie
Enrolment forms (provided below) may be mailed or hand-delivered to Customer Service at Burnie City Council. Please note that forms can not be submitted online.
Enrolment on the General Manager's Roll is not automatic, but requires you to register using the request form below.
If your details have changed please use the relevant form below to register and ensure your details are up to date on the General Manager's Roll.
Where can I find further information?
If you have any questions in relation to the local government elections, please contact Council's Governance Officer on 6430 5700 or email governance@burnie.tas.gov.au
Please visit the Tasmanian Electoral Commission's website to get all of the up to date information about Local Government Elections. Any further questions, contact the TEC on 1800 801 701.