Call for candidates for Greater Bendigo City Council by-election

Monday 17 August 2026

For immediate release

Candidate nominations for the Greater Bendigo City Council, Lockwood Ward by-election open on Monday 17 August.

'If you want to represent your local community, I encourage you to nominate,' Election Manager Angela Ang said.

'You'll need to lodge your nomination in person during the nomination period.'

Prospective candidates must make an appointment to submit their nomination form and pay the $250 fee in person during business hours.

'You can call 03 9678 1090 from Monday 17 August to make a nomination appointment,' Ms Ang added.

'You can also start your nomination online using the Candidate Helper tool at candidatehelper.vec.vic.gov.au to save time.'

The election office will be open on weekdays from Monday 17 August to Friday 2 October at:

Nominations close at 12 noon on Tuesday 25 August. Late nominations will not be accepted.

Candidate kits containing information on nominating are available by calling the election manager on 03 9678 1097.

More information on nominating is available at vec.vic.gov.au.