Request a Petition
What is a petition?
A petition is a formal request signed by at least one person, however most petitions gather as many signatures as possible to show strong support for the request. The signed petition is placed before a relevant body with the object of persuading the body to take some particular action.
What is an e-petition?
An e-petition is simply a traditional petition submitted in an electronic format, which can be established, viewed and signed via the internet.
How to request an e-petition.
Requesting an e-petition is a three step process.
- The petitioner must gain the support of a Queensland Councillor - more
- The petitioners' personal details and supporting councillor details need to be entered along with the exact wording of the petition - more
- Once submitted, your nominated councillor will be contacted with a request that they present the 'petition question' to their council for consideration. All petitions must be officially endorsed by a resolution of council before it is made available via the Petitions Queensland website - more
