Political jargon at election time - what does it all mean?

Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Opposition Leader Anthony Albanese graphically imposed on an image of Australian Parliament

Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Opposition Leader Anthony Albanese Source: SBS

Australian politicians, the press, and political commentators use phrases like 'voting below the line' but what does that even mean? From democracy sausages to pork barrelling, experts break down the words and phrases we’ll hear more and more as the federal election draws closer.


From donkey vote, to hustings, incumbency, and pork barrelling, there are several phrases that get used more often every time there’s an upcoming election, but what do they mean and where do they come from?              

While a lot people don't give these phrases a second thought, for many in our community, political lingo can sound like a foreign language.

Follow this report to learn more about the political phrase.

The Guide to Aussie political language can help understanding the news, commentary and results of the election.


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