Call for candidates for Greater Dandenong City Council by-election

Thursday 25 January 2024

For immediate release


Candidate nominations for the Greater Dandenong City Council, Yarraman Ward by-election open on Thursday 1 February.

'If you want to represent your local community, I encourage you to nominate,' Election Manager Jenni Colgan 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 1488 from Wednesday 31 January to make a nomination appointment,' Ms Colgan 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 Wednesday 31 January to Friday 8 March at:

  • Ground floor, 237 Lonsdale Street Dandenong VIC 3175.

Nominations close at 12 noon on Tuesday 6 February. Late nominations will not be accepted.

Candidate kits containing information on nominating are available by calling the election manager on 03 9678 1488.

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