2027 Local Government elections

Consider for a moment how everyday life is improved by the many services that our council provides. Imagine West Torrens without street lighting, rubbish collection, footpaths, libraries, playgrounds and sports club facilities, community halls, seniors’ services – and the list goes on.

Decisions about these services, programs and infrastructure are made by a group of people known as Elected Members who are voted into office by the local community. These elections occur every 4 years, with the next election scheduled for April 2027*. Unlike State and Federal elections where voting is compulsory, Local Government election voting is not compulsory and votes are postal, not in person. 

The City of West Torrens has 14 councillors and one mayor. View the list of our current Elected Members and our interactive ward map.

2027 Local Government election key dates

Event	Date
Voters Roll enrolment	Closing date 4 January 2027.
Nominate for council	Nominations open 26 January 2027.
Nominations close	9 February 2027.
Ballot packs mailed	11 March - 17 March 2027.
Voting closes	7 April 2027 (5pm).
Scrutiny and count	Saturday 10 April 2027.

 

*Local Government elections were originally scheduled to be held in November 2026, however a bill passed in Parliament in June at the request of the Electoral Commission of SA saw the elections delayed until April 2027. 

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To find out more information about Local Government elections in West Torrens, email us.