The most recent election of Councillors was held in October 2024.
The election was managed by the Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC). For more information visit Victorian Electoral Commission.
The election was by postal ballot only.
If you did not vote you may receive an ‘apparent failure to vote’ letter in the post in 2025. This will be issued by the VEC and you should contact the VEC about the letter and voting.
New electoral structure from October 2024
There is a new electoral structure for the City of Stonnington and it is now active.
More information about the new electoral structure.
Oversight of elections
As the dedicated integrity agency for councils, the Local Government Inspectorate (LGI) has oversight for the activities of councils, councillors and candidates under the electoral provisions of the Local Government Act 2020. The LGI works in partnership with other government agencies to help ensure a fair and democratic election process.
The LGI has a range of resources available on their website here: Local government elections 2024 | lgi.vic.gov.au