After 28 hours, Senate Passes Voting Changes

Senate voting reforms have been passed by a 36-23 margin after a marathon debate lasting 28 straight hours in Parliament's upper house. Image: Greens leader Richard di Natale after the vote (AAP)

Labor says the changes will entrench a Coalition majority, but the Government argues they reflect voter intentions more accurately.

 

There were heated exchanges las Thursday night as the debate continued nonstop until its conclusion early Friday afternoon.