Kiama Council Elections 2024: Latest News and Voting Results
Wednesday, 18 September 2024, 14:10
Kiama Council Elections 2024 Overview
The Kiama council elections of 2024 are drawing attention as results begin to flow in. With voter participation high, the early trends indicate a strong showing for the Labor party and its candidates, particularly in crucial wards.
Voting Statistics as of 10 PM
- Enrolled voters: 159,317
- First preference votes counted: 72,848
- Total pre-poll votes cast: 43,889
Wards Breakdown
- Ward 1: Labor holds 40% against the Greens at 36%.
- Ward 2: Labor leads at 42.91% over Greens with 32.45%.
- Ward 3: Labor dominates with 66.26% ahead of the Greens.
Mayoral Race Outlook
Current projections are indicating that incumbent Mayor Chris Homer is likely to retain his position, claiming 59% of the vote.
Referendum Insights
A referendum regarding the direct election of the mayor is also underway, with early results showing a No vote leading at 55.7%.
This article was prepared using information from open sources in accordance with the principles of Ethical Policy. The editorial team is not responsible for absolute accuracy, as it relies on data from the sources referenced.