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An overview of the Australian Senate chamber at Parliament House in Canberra, Monday, Sept. 12, 2016. (AAP Image/Lukas Coch) NO ARCHIVING

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On Saturday 21 May 2022, Australians will mark down their preferences to choose 76 senators in total, representing each state and the territories. This year is a half senate election where candidates are selected to play their role in reviewing, debating and voting on proposed laws.

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On Saturday 21 May 2022, Australians will mark down their preferences to choose 76 senators in total, representing each state and the territories. This year is a half senate election where candidates are selected to play their role in reviewing, debating and voting on proposed laws.

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