Local Elections

Porirua City Council's next local election will be held in October 2025.

Key dates to remember

Friday 4 July 2025: Candidate nominations open

Friday 11 July 2025: Last day for electors of Māori descent to change Electoral Rolls

Friday 1 August 2025: Candidate nominations close (12 noon)

Tuesday 9 September 2025: Voting opens (voting documents posted)

Saturday 11 October 2025: Voting closes (12 noon)


Learn | Ako

Find out all about local elections and how local government works!


Stand | E tū

Thinking of standing for Mayor or Councillor at the 2025 local elections? Find out more here.


Vote | Pōti

All the information you need to be able to vote in the upcoming local elections!


Public Notices

Notice of election system and right to demand poll

Notice of Council decision on the future of Parirua Māori Ward


Previous local elections:

Information about previous local government elections can be found below.