Settlement Guide: How to Vote in Australia

 VOTING

VOTING Source: AAP

Australians go to the polls to vote in the federal election on July 2. Voting is compulsory for all eligible citizens over 18.aVoters must be enrolled with the Australian Electoral Commission. Once registered, they must vote on Election Day to avoid penalties. Voting is compulsory for 15.5 million Australians aged over 18 who have lived at their current address for more than one month. The Australian Electoral Commission, or the AEC, is an independent statutory body which facilitates the election process.



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