Last chance to enrol for Greater Dandenong City Council by-election

Monday 8 January 2024

For immediate release

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Electoral Commissioner Sven Bluemmel is reminding voters in Greater Dandenong City Council, Yarraman Ward to check their enrolment ahead of the upcoming by-election.

'If you live or pay rates in Yarraman Ward, make sure you’re enrolled by 4 pm on Friday 12 January,' Mr Bluemmel said. 'Residents and ratepayers, as well as new citizens and people who have just turned 18, can check their enrolment or complete a new enrolment form online at vec.vic.gov.au'

The Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) website also allows people who have moved to update their addresses. New or updated enrolments must be received by 4 pm on Friday 12 January to count for the upcoming by-election.

'If you are an owner, occupier, company nominee or not an Australian citizen but pay rates for an address in Yarraman Ward you may be able to enrol in a special category by applying to Greater Dandenong City Council on 03 8571 5216,' Mr Bluemmel added.

For more information on enrolment, voters can call 1300 805 478 or visit vec.vic.gov.au, where they can also sign up to the free VoterAlert service to receive important election reminders by SMS and email.