Stay on track with important dates for the 2027 Council elections, including enrolment deadlines, voting periods and when results will be announced.
Key dates for the 2027 election
Here are the key dates you need to know to take part in the 2026 Council elections.
- Monday 4 January 2027, 5pm
Enrolment closes for the State electoral roll and Council supplementary roll - Tuesday 26 January 2027
Candidate nominations open - Tuesday 9 February 2027, 12 noon
Candidate nominations close - March 2027
Voting packs mailed to eligible voters - Wednesday 7 April 2026, 5pm
Voting closes (your completed vote must be received by this time)
We’ll update this page if any dates change.
How the election process works
Council elections are held every four years and voting is done by post.
Here’s what to expect:
- Check your enrolment
Make sure your details are up to date before the enrolment deadline. - Receive your voting pack
If you’re eligible, we’ll send your voting pack by mail. - Complete your vote
Follow the instructions in your voting pack to fill out your ballot paper. - Return your vote
Post your completed vote so it arrives before the closing date. - Votes are counted and results are declared
After voting closes, votes are counted and results are announced.
Voting by post
All Council election voting is done by post.
Your voting pack will include:
- a ballot paper
- instructions on how to vote
- a reply-paid envelope to return your vote
Make sure you return your vote early so it arrives before the deadline.
What happens after voting closes
After voting closes at 5pm Wednesday 7 April 2027, the Electoral Commission of South Australia counts all votes.
Results are declared once counting is complete. We’ll publish the results on our website as soon as they’re available.
If you’re not sure about key dates or the election process contact us on 1300 133 466.