Local government elections in New South Wales are usually held every four years, however the elections planned for 2020 were postponed for 12 months due to the coronavirus pandemic.
The next election for Hornsby and Ku-ring-gai Councils will be held on Saturday, September 4, 2021.
Councillors are responsible for:
- Making decisions that guide Council activities.
- Providing local leadership.
- Representing the community’s interests by listening to and addressing their concerns.
- Attending Council meetings and other official functions.
- Building links between Council and the community.
In addition to their duties as a Councillor, the Mayor is required to chair Council meetings and attend civic and ceremonial events such as citizenship ceremonies. Councillors are not paid a salary, but they receive an allowance for attending meetings and are reimbursed for some of their out of pocket expenses. The Mayor receives an additional mayoral allowance.
Voting early?
Postal voting commences on Monday, July 26 and closes at 5pm on Monday, August 30. Pre-poll voting opens on Monday, August 23.
