Council Elections
The next election will be held in April 2027.
Councils deliver the services you use every day; roads, parks, libraries, waste collection, community facilities and more.
You can use your voice to help shape the future of your community.
You can vote or you can nominate to become a Council Member.
This page will be updated in coming weeks with helpful information for anyone thinking about nominating to become a Council Member with Mount Barker District Council.
LGA SA Council Elections Website
Key dates for the 2027 Council elections
| Description | Date | |
|---|---|---|
| Close of roll | If you're enrolled to vote in SA state elections, you'll automatically be enrolled to vote in council elections. A ballot pack will be sent to your registered mailing address. You can check and update your enrolment details online, and can enrol if needed. | 5pm Monday 4 January 2027 |
| Nominations open | Interested in running for council? You'll need to nominate to become a candidate before you can start campaigning your candidacy. | Tuesday 26 January 2027 |
| Nominations close | You must submit your nomination before the deadline. Learn how to nominate. | 12pm Tuesday 9 February 2027 |
| Ballot packs mail-out period | Ballot packs will be sent to the mailing address included on your enrolment. Keep an eye out for it in the mail! Instructions and guides on how to vote are included in the ballot pack. | Thursday 11 March - Wednesday 17 March 2027 |
| Voting close (polling day) | You must return your ballot papers so they reach the electoral commission before this deadline. | 5pm Wednesday 7 April 2027 |