This election is conducted entirely by postal ballot. There is no single polling day — voting is open across a polling period, and your completed ballot must be received by 2pm on Tuesday 27 October 2026. Voting is compulsory for electors on the State electoral roll. It is not compulsory for electors on the General Manager’s Roll.
Your ballot pack
Ballot packs are posted to all enrolled electors from Monday 5 October. Your pack contains your ballot papers, the candidate statements, and instructions for completing and returning your vote. Follow those instructions carefully — a ballot paper that isn’t completed correctly may not be counted.
Post your completed ballot back as early as you can, allowing several business days for delivery. Votes arriving after 2pm on 27 October cannot be included in the count. You can also return your completed ballot in person at Council’s Customer Service Centre, 40 Main Street, Huonville, during the election period.
If your pack doesn’t arrive or is damaged, contact the Tasmanian Electoral Commission on 1800 801 701 as soon as possible to arrange a replacement.
Counting and results
Counting begins at 9am on Wednesday 28 October, and results are published as they become available at tec.tas.gov.au.