The NSW Electoral Commission is encouraging voters across the State to plan when, where and how they’ll vote in the upcoming election (25 March).
Commissioner John Schmidt said early voting centres were now open and prepared for strong demand.
Mr Schmidt said recent elections held in Australia, at the Federal, State and local government levels, had seen a marked increase in the number of voters turning out to early vote in-person.
“If you will not be able to vote on election day and are eligible to vote early, find your local early voting centre today,” Mr Schmidt said.
“I encourage all voters to familiarise themselves with their voting options ahead of election day.”
He reminded NSW residents that voting was compulsory for all enrolled electors and there were penalties for failing to vote.
“One of the best ways to plan your vote is by using the Find my electorate tool on the NSW Electoral Commission website,” the Commissioner said.
“This is an easy way to find information relating to your electorate, nearest voting or early voting centre and opening times, candidates and more, all in one place.”
Mr Schmidt said applications for postal voting had now closed but early voting centres would operate through to Friday (24 March).
The Electoral Commission’s Find my electorate tool can be accessed at this PS News link.
