Information for Candidates
The Victorian Electoral Commission website and the State Government Local Government Victoria website and this website will be progressively updated in the lead up to the 2024 election.
Candidate Information Sessions
Colac Otway Shire Council will be hosting Candidate Information Sessions in Colac and online on Monday 15 July 2024.
This free session will be delivered by independent facilitator Jenny O'Connor.
Find out more information and book your registration on the Candidate Information Sessions page.
From May to July the Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) will be holding many information sessions across the State and the metropolitan area for prospective candidates.
Visit Stand for Council for more information and to register for a session.
Below are a number of third-party resources which may be of assistance.
Colac Otway Shire Council is committed to encouraging diversity in people nominating for and being elected to Council.
A handbook for culturally diverse Victorians considering running for local government