Altona residents can get a jump on next week's cannabis plebiscite by voting in today's advance polls.

Advance polls will be open from 8 am to 8 pm at the Altona Civic Centre.

The question on the ballot is - “Should licensed retail cannabis stores be allowed in Altona?”

Voters will need to show one piece of government-issued photo identification or at least two other documents that provide proof of identity.

Residents will need to adhere to guidelines on physical distancing and hand hygiene due to the threat of COVID-19. Masks are strongly encouraged,

The regular plebiscite vote is scheduled for Wednesday, October 14.