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Australian elections to be held this year - but when?

Australians Head To The Polls To Vote In Federal Election

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We all know elections in Australia are about to take place this year, but when exactly?


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By Rania Yallop

Presented by Ricky Kusumo

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We all know elections in Australia are about to take place this year, but when exactly?


Unlike in the United States or in other countries, where a beater date has been set, Australian federal elections do not have a fixed date.

A federal election occurs when the Prime Minister decides to do so, with the approval of the governor-general, within about three years after the last election.

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