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Make a difference and consider becoming a candidate in this year’s Council elections. Come along to free candidate information sessions at Knox Civic Centre in August and September.

Knox City Council needs strong and diverse leadership to represent our community. If you are a community leader or feel ready to take on an influential leadership role, consider standing for Council. 

In partnership with the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA), we are hosting free pre-election candidate information sessions in Knox. Register to secure your spot.

Nominations to be a candidate open on 9 September and close at noon on 17 September. Visit the VEC website for more information. 

The complete list of candidates will be available on the VEC website from 18 September.

Becoming a Councillor information session

This introductory module covers all the foundations of becoming a councillor. Candidates will learn about their legal and regulatory obligations, participatory decision making, the importance of Codes of Conduct and essential community leadership skills that promote and model good governance.

Date: Tuesday 27 August 2024 

Time: 6:30pm to 8:30pm 

Location: Knox City Council Civic Centre, Function Room 3, 511 Burwood Highway, Wantirna South 

Register now
 

Election Campaign Essentials information session 

Candidates will be introduced to the importance of recognising and representing the diverse people, views and needs within the community. The module explores effective campaign techniques, canvassing, as well as developing and using communications and social media to reach community members. 

Date: Thursday, 12 September 2024 

Time: 6:30pm to 8:30pm 

Location: Knox City Council Civic Centre - Function Room 3, 511 Burwood Highway, Wantirna South 

Register now
 

If you have any queries about the information sessions, contact the Governance and Risk Department on 9298 8000 or email [email protected]

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