How to Become a Council Member
Councillors play a vital leadership role, working together to create and implement the community's vision, strategic direction and values. Councillor's are the decision makers on funding, policies and projects for Cottesloe.
There will be four positions available for the October 2025 Local Government Ordinary Election.
The State Government passed legislation in 2023 which removed the Ward system for the Town of Cottesloe. This means that those elected will represent the entire district of Cottesloe.
If you would like to make a difference in your local community and participate to local decision making, then consider becoming a candidate for the Cottesloe election on Saturday 18 October 2025.
Information for Candidates
Nominations for the 2025 Local Government Election opened approximately 8 weeks prior to the election.
Visit the Australian Electoral Commission website for details on eligibility, how to nominate and the applicable form. Additional information is also available via the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries website.
Australian Electoral Commission website
Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries
Disclosure of Electoral Gifts
Candidates have a duty of disclosure of electoral donations. Candidates and donors are required to disclose any electoral related gifts promised or received within the six months prior to polling day.
More information on Electoral Gifts
Election Signage
An election sign is one encouraging a person to either vote or vote for a particular candidate in an election.
The West Australian Electoral Commission sets out the authorisation requirements of electoral materials on their website.
An Election Sign Licence must be obtained from the Town of Cottesloe prior to erecting any signs in the district. The signs must be displayed in accordance with the relevant Local Law.
The Main Roads website also specifies the requirements for temporary event signs in road reserves under their ownership.
More information on Election Signage
Code of Conduct
Candidates must abide by the Town's current Code of Conduct.
Council Members, Committee Members and Candidates Code of Conduct
Useful Links and Forms
Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries
Western Australian Electoral Commission Forms and Guides
Local Government Elections - Form 2 - Enrolment Eligibility Claim