What is a minority government?

With a federal election just weeks away, a minority government seems increasingly likely. So, what is minority government?

The front entrance of Parliament House in Canberra Source: AAP / AAP Image/Mick Tsikas

Key Points

• The first three governments in Australia were minority governments, when there were no real established parties or coalitions.
• In a minority government, there's no guarantee that legislation will automatically pass the lower house.
• Under a majority government, the negotiating to pass legislation happens mostly in the Senate, but that effect is doubled in a minority government.

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