THE NSW Electoral Commission has advised that the City of Coffs Harbour Council by-election will be held on Saturday, 12 December 2026.
Voting is compulsory for eligible residents aged 18 and over.
Postal vote applications are open for voters who are unable to vote in person at the by-election. Eligibility criteria applies, and applications close at 5pm on Monday, 7 December 2026.
Late applications cannot be accepted.
Voters should apply now on the NSW Electoral Commission website to ensure they receive their postal vote as soon as possible.
Postal vote packs will be sent to accepted applicants from Monday, 16 November 2026.
Candidate nominations for the City of Coffs Harbour Council by-elections are now open.
Nominations can now be lodged with the NSW Electoral Commission Returning Officer and must be lodged by 12 noon on Wednesday, 11 November 2026.
Late nominations and amendments cannot be accepted.
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