Stand for Council

Community and Candidate Information Sessions

Mansfield Shire Council has partnered with the Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) to deliver the 2024 Stand for Council: Community and Candidate Information Sessions

The Stand for Council Program provides prospective candidates important information regarding the 2024 council elections, the role of council and the responsibilities of being a councillor. It aims to build community awareness to understand the important role of voters in delivering local democracy and representation.

Those who attend a MAV Stand for Council Community and Candidate Information Session are provided with information about:

  • Local government and the important role councils play for our local communities
  • The role and responsibility of a Councillor, Mayor, Deputy Mayor and CEO
  • The election process and candidate requirements
  • What newly elected councillors can expect soon after the elections
  • Councillor training and development opportunities

Mansfield Shire Council is facilitating a session so that community members may attend a local session on Thursday 27 June 2024 at 6.00pm in the Council Chamber at 33 Highett Street, Mansfield. You must register to attend this session online here, via email to governance@mansfield.vic.gov.au or call 5775 8555.