Voting instructions and candidate statements for Circular Head Council.
Voting is compulsory. Your vote must be received by 2pm on Tuesday 27 October 2026
Don’t delay – late votes won’t be counted!
There are 3 elections being held for Circular Head Council:
As well as this booklet, your postal ballot pack contains:
Your ballot paper envelope is designed to keep your identity separate from your vote.
Successful candidates for mayor and deputy mayor must also be elected as councillors to be able to accept these offices. The elected councillors, mayor and deputy mayor will serve until October 2030.
Questions? Call 1800 801 701.
Postal services take a number of days, so it is important to complete and return your vote now.
Your vote must be received by 2pm on Tuesday 27 October 2026.
Don’t delay, late votes can’t be counted. Failure to vote may incur a fine.
Follow these five easy steps:
Candidates were invited to provide a statement and photo for your consideration. Statements are reproduced here as provided by the candidate.
Statements appear in alphabetical order but the order of names on ballot papers is rotated.
Number the boxes on each ballot paper from 1 onwards in the order of your choice.
For the election of 7 councillors, number the boxes from 1 to 12 in order of your choice. Number at least 5 boxes to make your vote count.
For the election of mayor, number the boxes from 1 to 3 in order of your choice. Number at least one box to make your vote count.
For the election of deputy mayor, number the boxes from 1 to 5 in the order of your choice. Number at least one box to make your vote count.
Put your completed ballot papers in the ballot paper envelope, which is the smaller envelope with the wider flap, and seal it securely.
Sign your ballot paper envelope in the box on the flap to declare that you are the voter named on this envelope and you have voted on the ballot papers in this envelope. You must sign the envelope and leave the flap attached — or your vote won’t be counted. The returning officer will remove the flap with your details on it before opening the envelope.
Then put your ballot paper envelope in the reply-paid envelope — the larger envelope — and seal it.
Post your reply paid envelope straight away (no stamp needed), or take your vote to the Circular Head Council office.
I am seeking re-election because I remain committed to serving the people of Circular Head with integrity, fairness and common sense. Our community is at the heart of every decision I make. I believe in listening to residents, respecting different views and working together to achieve the best outcomes for everyone. If re-elected, I will remain accessible, advocate strongly for our community, support local businesses and sustainable growth, and work to ensure Circular Head remains a great place to live, work, raise a family and invest.
No candidate statement.
First elected in 2022, I bring local government, political and technology experience. I listen, research, find solutions and speak up when it matters. I introduced Council’s first customer-focused policy, putting ratepayers at the heart of how we work. I’ve advocated for planning reform, challenged government decisions and don’t make noise; I get things done. I’m the first councillor to have a decision rescinded,fixing what we get wrong matters. I find solutions where others see problems and view councillor as community service, not a title. I want to continue building a vibrant Circular Head.
My name is Annette Dawes and I’m standing for Councillor and Deputy Mayor of the Circular Head Council. For the past 4 years, I have had the privilege of serving as Deputy Mayor and I can honestly say that I have loved every minute of it. Not because local government is always easy, it certainly isn’t, but because every day brings an opportunity to make a difference to the place we call home. I’m standing again because I believe I know my community and I care passionately about advocating for the best possible outcomes for Circular Head.
I am putting myself forward for Council because I want to contribute to our community and help ensure local issues are heard and addressed. I have lived at Marrawah and worked on our family farm all my life, giving me a genuine understanding of our community and the challenges of rural life. I have always been willing to get involved, with experience across local organisations and committees. I care deeply about our community and want to listen to local people, work constructively and make practical, responsible decisions that support our people, local businesses, industries and our future.
No candidate statement.
VOTE1 MATTHEW MORGAN for Councillor. Our community has a great future. I want to represent you on our Council, to ensure future planning is going in the right direction, for the benefit of our community, your inputs are essential for the future planning to be correct. Circular Head is about its people. Circular Head is not just a geographical location. The people of Circular Head must feel valued and included in the process. LET ME BE YOUR VOICE.
I am asking for your consideration as your number one choice as Councillor and Mayor. I will provide strong and effective leadership to support the growth for our community. I support local industry and business because they create jobs, encourage investment and drive sustainable growth and opportunities for our community. I strongly support our organisations as they play an important role in building and maintaining a healthy and thriving community. I look forward to working with all levels of government to achieve the best possible outcomes for our community and its future.
I Shelley Pinner, a proud lifelong member of Circular Head. Born and raised here, my connection to this community runs deep. Together with my husband, I run a dairy farm in Circular Head and understand the importance of a strong, resilient local economy. As an accountant, I bring experience in financial management, governance and accountability. I am passionate about ensuring our community continues to thrive through responsible decision-making, support for local businesses, strong services and investment in our future. I want to help make Circular Head a place we are all proud to call home.
I have nominated for council elections to ensure all our community requirements, from must haves, needs and wants are at the forefront of all council’s decisions, done in a proper timely order with financial responsibility. Council must have strong free thinking councilor’s who want growth in our business community, land development, commercial area, rezoning of residential lots along with more recreation areas for our youth to enjoy with all other regular council services as should be deliver for all its residents, if you feel the same, vote 1 for Steven Rowe as your 1st choice for councilor
A Smithton resident for almost 5 years. Locally, I am the immediate past president of the Bowls Club, secretary of the Circular Head indoor Bowls Association and VP of the Circular Head Senior Citizens Club. 40 years’ experience in manufacturing management, 20 years exposure to high level government officials securing defence contracts put me in a good position to work with all levels of government. I bring fresh eyes with fresh ideas and a high level of problem-solving skills. I am eager to make a meaningful contribution to local government and am confident I can excel as a councillor.
As an independent candidate i will act as a voice to represent the whole community. Im a very vocal advocate for child saftey. Fiscal accountability along with improved communications contributed to my decision to nominate for Circular Head Council elections.
The Tasmanian Electoral Commission (TEC) publishes candidate statements and photographs under section 284 of the Local Government Act 1993. It does so in line with published requirements determined by the Commission, which apply equally to all candidates.
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