- Townsville voters to decide new mayor at by-election on 15 November, 2025.
- Townsville City Council request for postal vote confirmed.
- Minister Leahy has directed the Electoral Commission of Queensland to deliver postal ballots, saving significant cost for ratepayers.
Minister for Local Government, Water and Volunteers Ann Leahy has granted the request from Townsville City Council to conduct the upcoming by election by full postal ballot.
A full postal ballot will deliver the election in the most efficient way and will help keep the costs of the by-election down for Townsville voters.
The Electoral Commission of Queensland has confirmed it will now deliver a full postal ballot for a 15 November election and will formally publish the Notice of Election early next week.
Minister Leahy said the people of Townsville deserved certainty in their Mayor.
"Townsville residents will finally get to have their say and bring this saga to an end." Minister Leahy said.
"A speedy process that is as little hassle as possible is what is required here and I'm pleased to be able to make that happen.
"I wish the Townsville voters all the best as they select their next representative."
