Candidate Ready is a training program for local government candidates who want to advocate for better fiscal management and increase accountability.
The program is free for participants, and we do not require participants to join an organisation or political party.
The program is open to all who share its purpose, regardless of political affiliation.
The program is funded and coordinated by South Australian businessman Marcus Bastiaan, with the support of volunteers and paid staff.
The program is guided by a voluntary committee, made up of people with backgrounds in local government and community advocacy.
Local government needs better fiscal management and greater accountability to ensure amenity and services for future generations.
If you wish to join our program, please register through our sign-up form.
For general enquiries: hello@candidateready.com.au
Fill in your details and we’ll be in touch with everything you need to get started.
Close of rolls: 5:00 pm Monday 4 January 2027
Nominations open: 26 January 2027 (Australia Day!)
Nominations close: 12:00 pm Tuesday 9 February 2027
Voting close (polling day): 5:00 pm Wednesday 7 April 2027
