The Northern Territory Electoral Commission has formally declared the results of the 2025 NT local government elections for Roper Gulf Regional Council.
The results are:
Never Never Ward
- Des BARRITT
- Sue EDWARDS
- Patricia FARRELL
Nyirranggulung Ward
- Helen Leanne LEE
- Preston LEE
- John DALYWATER
South West Gulf Ward
- Tony JACK
- Ash GARNER
- Samuel EVANS
Numbulwar Numburindi Ward and Yugul Mangi Ward has been uncontested. The election will be conducted at a later date.
All election results can be found on the Northern Territory Electoral Commission website.
The swearing-in of the new Council and appointment of Mayor will be held in the coming weeks.
In line with the upcoming Northern Territory Local Government elections, Roper Gulf Regional Council has entered caretaker mode effective 1 August 2025. This means Council will not be making any major decisions or commitments until the new Council is officially sworn in.
Caretaker mode ensures transparency and fairness during the election period and maintains the integrity of Council operations.
For more information about the NT Local Government elections, visit: 2025 Local Government Elections | NTEC
Key Dates:
| Date: | Event |
|---|---|
| Friday, 11 July 2025 | Nominations open |
| Tuesday, 22 July 2025 | Electoral roll closes |
| Thursday, 31 July 2025 | Nominations close |
| Friday, 1 August 2025 | Declaration of Nominations |
| Monday, 11 August 2025 | Mobile voting and Early voting commence |
| Saturday, 23 August 2025 | Election Day |
| Monday, 8 September 2025 | Declaration of election results |
Voting Schedule:
| Barunga Council Meeting Room | Wednesday 13 August 12:00pm to 3:30pm |
| Beswick Council Meeting Room | Thursday 14 August 9:15am to 2:15pm |
| Borroloola Council Office | Wednesday 20 August 8:00am to 4:00pm |
| Bulman Council Meeting Room | Monday 11 August 10:15am to 12:15pm |
| Daly Waters Hotel Verandah | Monday 18 August 10:30am to 11:00am |
| Jilkminggan Council Office | Thursday 14 August - postponed to Friday 15 August 8:30am to 12:30pm |
| Manyallaluk Community | Wednesday 13 August 9:15am to 10:15am |
| Mataranka Community Hall | Tuesday 12 August 9:00am to 1:00pm |
| Minyerri Alawa Corporation Office | Wednesday 13 August - postponed to Thursday 14 August 9:30am to 2:00pm |
| Mulggan Community | Monday 11 August 1:00pm to 1:45pm |
| Robinson River Training/boardroom | Thursday 21 August 10:00am to 1:00pm |
| King Ash Bay Boat and Fishing Club | Tuesday 19 August 1:00pm to 2:00pm |
Voting Information
Your vote shapes your community’s future - get involved and make your voice heard in the 2025 Local Government Elections!
Remote voting services will be available from 11 to 22 August 2025 to ensure everyone can participate.
To find your closest voting centre, visit the Northern Territory Electoral Commission website or check your local community noticeboards.
List of Candidates:
Never Never Ward
6 candidates have nominated for the positions of Councillor in the 2025 Local Government Elections.
3 positions vacant
Edna Prescilla ILES | Rosemary JOSHUA | Cecilia LAKENot Supplied Not Supplied Not Supplied |
Des BARRITT | Sue EDWARDSNot Supplied Not Supplied Not Supplied | Patricia FARRELL |
Nyirranggulung Ward
5 candidates have nominated for the positions of Councillor in the 2025 Local Government Elections.
3 positions vacant
John DALYWATER | Preston LEENot Supplied Not Supplied Not Supplied | Helen Leanne LEENot Supplied Not Supplied Not Supplied |
Selina ASHLEY | Anne Marie LEENot Supplied Not Supplied Not Supplied |
South West Gulf Ward
4 candidates have nominated for the positions of Councillor in the 2025 Local Government Elections.
3 positions vacant
Tony JACK | Ash GARNER | Samuel EVANS |
Gadrian HOOSAN |