Becoming an elected council member forum

Jun 24, 2025, 07:58 AM

A free forum for people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CaLD) backgrounds who want to nominate for council

Are you passionate about your local community? Learn more about the role and responsibilities of being a local government councillor in this free, practical forum for potential candidates.

The Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries (Local Government and Office for Multicultural Interests divisions) is hosting a free forum for people from CaLD backgrounds who may be interested in nominating for local government council this year, or in future elections.

Hear from the Minister for Local Government, Hon Hannah Beazley MLA, and a panel that includes current and former councillors from CaLD backgrounds.

Topics will include:

  • the role, responsibilities, challenges and rewards/benefits of becoming an elected council member
  • what the local government electoral process involves
  • campaign tips and potential pitfalls.

The session will include time for attendees to ask the panel questions or address specific feedback.