Glenorchy City Council is governed by elected members who represent the interests of the community.
Elected Members are elected by Glenorchy residents every four years.
Your Elected Members
Glenorchy City Council is governed by elected members who represent the interests of the community. Councillors and Aldermen are elected by residents of the Glenorchy municipality every four years. Council is made up of ten elected members, including the Mayor and Deputy Mayor. Elected members may be referred to as Councillors or Aldermen. All elected members represent the entire municipality — Glenorchy does not have wards or divisions.
Check out who is serving on Council at the Current Elected Members page.
The Mayor
The Mayor is elected by the community and serves as the civic leader of the municipality. The Mayor chairs Council meetings, represents Council at official functions and provides leadership on community matters.
How elections work
Local government elections in Tasmania are conducted every four years by postal ballot. Voting is compulsory for eligible voters enrolled within the municipality.
The next ordinary Council election is scheduled for October 2026.
What Elected Members do
Elected Members:
- Participating in Council meetings and decision-making
- Developing policies and setting strategic direction
- Adopting Council’s annual budget and major plans
- Representing the interests of the community
- Engaging with residents and attending community events
Contacting your Elected Members
You can contact Elected Members through their provided details on the Currently Elected Members page, or via the council office.
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