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Information sessions for prospective candidates
Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) information sessions
Stand for Council
To support potential candidates, City of Port Phillip, in partnership with the MAV, is hosting regional-based information sessions to provide answers to frequently asked questions, conversations with Council CEO’s and to help potential candidates understand what the work of a Councillor looks like day to day.
Date and time: Wednesday 31 July, 6 pm to 9 pm
Location: Online and in-person, St Kilda Town Hall auditorium 99A Carlisle Street, St Kilda
For more information and to register, visit the MAV's Community and Candidate Information Sessions
The MAV will also be providing a Citizen to Councillor Guide 2024 – a guide for prospective candidates to further understand the roles and responsibilities of a councillor and the importance of this elected position.
The MAV is also hosting a range of other Stand for Council events, including sessions targeted at women, youth and First Nations peoples. Prospective candidates can attend any of the information sessions and registrations are required. For more information, please visit the MAV website: Stand for Council | MAV website
LGBTIQA+ Stand for Council — Candidate Information Session
MAV in partnership with Rainbow Local Government is hosting a special session of the Stand for Council program for people from LGBTIQA+ communities. Hear from Rodney Croome, AM talk and former LGBTIQA+ councillors talk about the importance of diverse and inclusive local government.
Date and time: Monday 19 August - 5:45pm for a 6:00pm start, ending around 8:15pm
Location: Victorian Pride Centre, 79/81 Fitzroy Street St Kilda
For more information and to register, visit the MAV LGBTIQA+ Stand for Council
Victorian Electoral Commission candidate information session
The VEC will run an in-person information session for candidates in early September. The VEC will also appoint a local election manager who can help you submit your nomination. More information will be published on this page when it’s available.