Key dates
| 2022 Local Government Election Key Dates Calendar | |
|---|---|
Friday 15 July | Candidate nominations open and rolls opens for public inspection |
| Friday 15 July - Friday 12 August | Receipt of candidate nominations |
| Thursday 4 August | Candidate briefings - Marton and Taihape |
| Friday 12 August at 12 noon | Candidate nominations close and roll closes |
Wednesday 17 August | Public notice of candidates names |
| Friday 16 September - Wednesday 21 September | Voting documents delivered |
| Friday 16 September - Saturday 8 October | Progressive roll scrutiny, special voting period, early processing |
Saturday 8 October | Election day - voting closes at 12 noon |
| Saturday 8 October from 12 noon | Preliminary results |
| Thursday 13 October - Wednesday 19 October | Declaration of results |
| October and/or November | Elected members swearing in ceremonies |