Legislative Council elections 2026
Candidates standing for election in the divisions of Huon and Rosevears.
Answers to common questions about voting, enrolment, employment, campaigning and more.
Writs issued & enrolment closes
Candidate nominations open
Candidate nominations close
Nominations announced
Early voting commences
Postal vote applications close
Polling day
Polling has closed for the 2026 Legislative Council elections. Electors voting by post should return their ballot packs as soon as possible. Returned postal votes must be received by 10 am on Tuesday 12 May to be included in the count.
Enrolment for these elections has now closed.
If you were enrolled in the divisions of Huon or Rosevears at 6 pm on Monday 30 March, then you need to vote in these elections.
If you're unsure which division you're in, you can search for your address on our interactive map or you can check your enrolment on the AEC website.
If you would like help understanding how to vote in a Legislative Council election, this simple guide explains what happens at a polling place. It is available in eight languages.
Tasmania’s system for electing upper house members is different to the rest of Australia. Read about how it works and the role of the Legislative Council in Tasmania's parliamentary system.
Downloadable resources to support young and first-time voters at upcoming elections, designed for schools and community groups.
Nominations are now closed.
Information is available to support candidates and provide guidance on the rules that must be followed during the election period.
A search tool to learn who currently represents you at each level of government.
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