Voters at the by-election will have three candidates to choose from. Photo: iStock.
Three candidates will contest the vacant councillor position at the upcoming Pormpuraaw Aboriginal Shire Council by-election.
The ballot paper draw was conducted in the community on 19 February, following the close of nominations at noon.
Candidates will be listed on the ballot paper in the following order:
- Devon TARPENCHA
- Katie HOLROYD
- Christine COLEMAN
Electoral Commissioner Pat Vidgen said he was pleased to see candidates willing to represent their community ahead of the by-election on Saturday 14 March.
“Now that voters know who is running, they can decide who they want to represent them on the council,” Mr Vidgen said.
“The ballot papers will now be printed so early voting can get underway on Wednesday 11 March 2026.”
Community members can choose to vote early or on election day at Pormpuraaw Justice Centre, 24 Yalu Street.
Early voting can be carried out between 9 am and 6 pm from Wednesday 11 March to Friday 13 March 2026.
Election day voting will be between 8 am and 6 pm on Saturday 14 March 2026.
“If any voters will be away from the community during the by-election, they can request a postal vote to ensure they can have their say,” Mr Vidgen said.
Postal vote requests will close at 7 pm on Monday 2 March 2026.
The by-election was triggered by the resignation of Councillor Lucy Foote on 31 January 2026.
Keep up to date with the Pormpuraaw Aboriginal Shire Council by-election at the ECQ’s website or on social media @electoralcommissionqld. You can also call 1300 881 665 for more information.
Important dates:
- Close of postal vote requests – 7 pm Monday 2 March 2026
- Early voting opens – Wednesday 11 March 2026
- Election Day – Saturday 14 March 2026
- Return of postal ballot cut-off – 5 pm Tuesday 24 March 2026.
