How to vote in the federal election

On election day the Australian Electoral Commission anticipates one million voters to pass through their voting centres every hour. Voting is compulsory for everyone on the electoral roll, so all Australians should familiarise themselves with the voting process before election day.

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Key Points

• The AEC provides tools to help you find your electorate and polling centre
• Multiple voting options are available before and on election day
• Voting information is available in multiple languages
• The AEC provides a telephone interpreter service to help you cast your vote