Returning Officer qualification recommendations


The WA Electoral Commission acknowledges that there is an increased reliance on computers and devices for modern electoral processes. The WA Electoral Commission intends to review selection processes for Returning Officers ahead of the 2029 State General Election.

Read the Government response to these recommendations.

 

Recommendation 16

All Returning Officers should be computer literate.

Anticipated start date
1 January 2027
Anticipated end date
31 December 2028
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