Everything you need to know about the upcoming South Australian state election.

The next South Australian state election will be held on Saturday 21 March 2026.
South Australians will vote to elect members of the Parliament of South Australia, including all seats in the House of Assembly and half of the Legislative Council. State elections determine decisions on issues like housing, health, transport, education and climate policy at the state level.
Election Day
The South Australian election will be held on Saturday 21 March 2026
Polling booths will be open across the state on this day. Voting is compulsory for enrolled voters in South Australia.
Early Voting (Pre-Poll Voting)
Early voting begins on Saturday 14 March 2026
If you can’t vote on election day, you can cast your ballot early at designated early voting centres.
Remote Polling
Remote polling starts on 10 March 2026
Remote polling services travel to regional and remote communities to ensure voters across South Australia can participate.
Postal Voting Deadlines
If you prefer to vote by post, pay attention to these cut-off dates:
Make sure you apply before the relevant deadline to avoid missing out.
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