Longreach Regional Council Councillor by-election

The Electoral Commission of Queensland acknowledges the Traditional Owners of country where the by‑election is being conducted, and their connection to land and community. We pay our respects to all Traditional Owners, and Elders past, present and emerging.

In February 2023, a full postal by-election was held to elect a new councillor in the Longreach Regional Council.

View the Notice of election result. PDF (0.25 MB)

View the results

View the election timetable.


  • Notice of Election – Friday 13 January 2023
  • Candidate nominations open – Friday 13 January 2023
  • Close of electoral roll – Thursday 19 January 2023
  • Candidate nominations close – 12pm Monday 23 January 2023
  • Ballot paper order draw – 2.30pm Monday 23 January 2023
  • Election day – Saturday 11 February 2023
  • Close of return of postal vote - 5pm Tuesday 21 February 2023

Name: Elizabeth Bannell

RO Office: 96 Eagle Street Longreach QLD 4730

Email: elizabeth.bannell@elections.qld.gov.au

Telephone: 0418 604 428