Council elections
Council general elections are held every 4 years, which conclude in November of each election year. Council elections are held if there are more nominations received and accepted than vacancies. The Barossa Council consists of 1 Mayor and 11 area Councillors. For further information please visit the Electoral Commission SA or the Local Government Association of South Australia.
2022 Timetable
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Close of electoral roll | 5:00 pm, Friday 29 July 2022 |
| Nominations open | Tuesday 23 August 2022 |
| Nominations close | 12 noon, Tuesday 6 September 2022 |
| Mailout of ballot material to electors | Between Friday 14 October and Thursday 20 October 2022 |
| Close of voting (polling day) | 5:00 pm, Thursday 10 November 2022 |
| Scrutiny and count | 9:00 am, Saturday 12 November 2022 |
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