Local Government Ordinary Election 2025 - FAQ

When is the local government election for Port Hedland? 

The Western Australian local government Ordinary Election, including the Town of Port Hedland, is being held on Saturday 18 October 2025. You can read more about the election here.  

 

Why are we having this election? 

This election is being held as part of the Western Australian local government Ordinary Election schedule, to be held on Saturday 18 October 2025. You can read more about the election here.  

 

Is there a timeline in the lead-up to the Ordinary Election on 18 October 2025? 

Yes – you can follow the key election milestones here.  

 

Am I enrolled to vote? 

If you live within the Town of Port Hedland's boundaries, and you are already enrolled as an elector on the Commonwealth or State electoral roll for your residential address, you will automatically be enrolled for local government elections.  You can check your enrollment details here.

 

How do I enrol to vote?  

You must be enrolled to vote in the local government Ordinary Election on 18 October 2025. Enrolments close on 22 August 2025. You cannot vote in the local government election to be held on 18 October 2025 if you are not enrolled.   You can check your details, update any relevant information, or enrol to vote here.   

 

How will this year’s elections be conducted? 

The Town of Port Hedland will conduct a postal vote for this year’s elections. You can see more details about postal voting here.  

 

Why should I vote?  

Your vote will count. Voting in local government election is the way the community can choose who represents them in Council. Local government elections influence the policies that directly affect the neighbourhood – services, facilities, events, activities, infrastructure, public works – livability. Every vote is equal, and every vote counts.  

 

Do I have to vote in the local government election?  

Every vote is equal and every vote counts. Your vote will count. Voting in local government election is the way the community can choose who represents them in Council. Local government elections influence the policies that directly affect the neighborhood – services, facilities, events, activities, infrastructure, public works – livability.  Voting in local government elections is not compulsory. 

 

How can I vote? 

The Town of Port Hedland will conduct a postal vote for this year’s election. You can see more details about postal voting here. The Town of Port Hedland will provide more information about postal voting soon.  

 

Who can vote? 

Residents  
All residents in a local government district who are enrolled on the State electoral roll are automatically enrolled on the corresponding local government roll. You must make sure you are correctly enrolled, and your details are up to date by 5pm 22 August to vote in the local government election being held on 18 October 2025.   
 
Owners and Occupiers  
People who own or occupy ratable property within a local government district, can apply to the Town of Port Hedland to be included on the roll as an owner/occupier, if they are eligible electors. You can read more here.  

 

How many vacancies are there for the Town of Port Hedland council in this election? 

There will be seven council positions, including the position of Mayor, to fill at the local government Ordinary Election on Saturday 18 October 2025. There are two remaining councillors: Councillor Camilo Blanco and Councillor Lorraine Butson.  

 

How do I stand as a candidate for the local government election? 

More information about standing as a candidate will be available soon.  

The Western Australian Local Government Association (WALGA), the Western Australian Electoral Commission (WAEC) and the Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety (LGIRS) are hosting a webinar to demystify the candidate nomination process and encourage more people to consider standing in this year’s local government elections. 

Our presenters will cover a range of topics, with the aim of preparing people to nominate, and for life as an Elected Member.  

 

You’ll hear from: 

  • The Hon Hannah Beazley MLA, Minister for Local Government; Disability Services; Volunteering; Youth; Gascoyne 
  • Karen Chappel AM JP, WALGA President and Tony Brown, Executive Director Member Services 
  • Erin Gauntlett, Deputy Director General, LGIRS 
  • Dennis O’Reilly, Acting Western Australian Electoral Commissioner and Phillip Richards, Manager Election Events. 

 

Event details: Monday 18 August 2025 at 6:00pm. This is an online Zoom event. You are encouraged to register in advance.  

 

Where can I get more information about the election? 

Further information about local government elections is available from the: