Candidates’ Forum to be held August 1

The Candidates’ Forum, on Tuesday August 1 from 5.30pm to 6.30pm in the Council Chamber, will provide information and insight into what life as a Councillor involves, the role of local government, the role and responsibilities of Councillors, the election process as well as specific information about Orange City Council as an organisation.

Guests are also encouraged to attend the Orange City Council meeting afterwards, commencing at 7pm.

The forum is free, no booking necessary, and anyone who wants to be a candidate for the September 9 election should attend.

Council staff will be available to answer any questions related to Council and the role of a Councillor but in relation to the election process, candidates will need to familiarise themselves with all the relevant information and legislation from the NSW Electoral Commission, at www.votensw.info

People who want to be candidates for the election are encouraged to register early given there is only ten days to nominate, from Monday July 31 to midday, August 9.

Further information can be found at www.votensw.info such as how to enrol to vote, how to check if you are enrolled to vote, how to vote early and the results of the election, when they are known.