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What happens if you don't vote in Australia

Penalties apply if you don't vote in Australia

Ballot Box- Australia

A hand casting a vote in a black ballot box for an election in Australia. Source: Getty Images

Voting on federal and state elections is compulsory in Australia and failure to vote can lead to monetary fines plus legal consequences. 


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By Nabil Al Nashar



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