Thousands of people have already cast their vote in the Rockingham by-election, ten days out from the 29 July polling day.
In the week since early voting opened, 3,953 people have voted at one of the two early voting centres in Rockingham and Perth City, while a further 1,983 have returned votes via post.
There are 30,213 people enrolled to vote in the Rockingham electoral district, meaning one in five have already voted in the by-election.
“It’s great to see people are choosing a voting option that works for them,” Electoral Commissioner Robert Kennedy said.
“Applications for postal voting are open until 26 July; you can vote early at the early voting centre on Commodore Drive, Rockingham or at the WA Electoral Commission office in Perth city; or you can vote at a polling place on election day.
“Early voting is also available at seven interstate locations while mobile polling is being held at some local aged care facilities and retirement communities.
“You don’t need a special reason to vote early or by post but remember, voting is compulsory for anyone enrolled in the Rockingham electoral district.”
See the WA Electoral Commission website for a daily report of early voter numbers as well as a full list of polling places, including early voting centres.
Learn more about the Rockingham by-election.
Media Interview: Electoral Commissioner Robert Kennedy is available for Rockingham by-election-related media interviews on request.
Authorised by the Electoral Commissioner, 19 July 2023
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