Central Ward Supplementary Election
The City of Adelaide is holding a Supplementary Election in 2025 to fill four Central Ward Councillor vacancies.
A supplementary election in local government is held to fill a vacancy that occurs between regular election cycles.
These elections ensure that the council remains fully represented and can continue to function effectively.
The Electoral Commissioner oversees supplementary elections in South Australia, ensuring they are conducted fairly and transparently.
Key dates
| Event | Date |
| Close of rolls | 5:00 pm, 30 May 2025 |
| Nominations open | 26 June 2025 |
| Nominations close | 12 noon, 10 July 2025 |
| Draw for positions on the ballot paper | 10 July 2025 |
| Mailout of materials | 29 July to 4 August 2025 |
| Close of voting | 12 noon, 25 August 2025 |
| Scrutiny and count | 26 August 2025 |
| Election results | 18 September 2025 |
Voter information
Enrolling to vote
The voters roll for the 2025 City of Adelaide Central Ward Supplementary Election closed at 5:00 pm 30 May 2025.
To learn more about eligibility, visit our Enrol to vote in the council elections page.
Voting in the Supplementary Election
All voting in council elections is by postal ballot. Enrolled voters will receive a voting package directly through the mail including ballot paper and a reply-paid envelope.
Ballot papers will be delivered to the enrolled address from Tuesday 29 July 2025 up until Monday 4 August 2025.
Your ballot papers must be completed and received by the Electoral Commission of SA by 12:00 pm, Monday 25 August 2025.
Candidate information
Nominations open 26 June 2025.
For more information, visit ECSA's website.
Electoral Boundaries Ward Map
View the Central Ward boundary in the map below.
