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Voting in Australia

Victorian Election 2026: Date, Key Deadlines & What You Need to Know

Everything you need to know about the upcoming Victorian state election.

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When is the next Victorian election?

The next Victorian state election will be held on Saturday 28th November 2026.

Victorians will vote to elect members of the Parliament of Victoria, including all seats in the Legislative Assembly and Legislative Council. State elections determine decisions on issues like housing, health, transport, education and climate policy at the state level.

Key dates for the 2026 Victorian election

Election Day

The Victorian election will be held on Saturday 28th November 2026

Polling booths will be open across the state on this day. Voting is compulsory for enrolled voters in Victoria.

Early Voting (Pre-Poll Voting)

Early voting begins on Wednesday 18th November 2026

If you can’t vote on election day, you can cast your ballot early at designated early voting centres. You can find your nearest polling centre here.

Postal Voting Deadlines

If you prefer to vote by post, pay attention to these cut-off dates:

  • 25 November 2026 – Out-of-state postal vote applications close
  • 6pm, 28 November 2026 – Cut off for postal votes to be mailed or returned to a voting centre

Make sure you apply before the relevant deadline to avoid missing out.

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