Voting closes soon for Yarra Ranges Shire Council by-election

Andrew Fullagar.

Streeton-Ward voters are reminded they have until 6pm Friday 18 February to vote in the current by-election and avoid a fine.

Voters are advised to check their local mail clearance time, as completed ballot material must be posted before final local mail clearance times, and it may differ in certain areas. Alternatively, completed ballot material can be hand-delivered by the 6 pm deadline to the election office located at Silvan Public Hall, 271 Monbulk Road, Silvan.

The candidates are Andrew Fullagar, Wil Mikelsons, David Hill, Gavin Wooten, Doug MacDonald, and Jarrad Page.

The elected candidate will represent Streeton Ward on Yarra Ranges Council until the 2024 council general election.

Voters who still haven’t received their ballot pack should call the election office immediately on 1300 202 885 to arrange an alternative. Extended hours apply from 9 am to 8 pm on Thursday 17 February and 9 am to 6 pm on Friday 18 February.

Voting is compulsory for voters who were on the State roll for this by-election at 4 pm Friday 10 December 2021 and those who don’t vote may be fined. Council-enrolled voters are encouraged to vote but will not be fined if they do not vote.