Australia's political system

Overview of the Senate chamber at Parliament House in Canberra, Monday, November 13, 2017. (AAP Image/Lukas Coch) NO ARCHIVING

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The federal election is just around the corner with the 46th Parliament of Australia set to be formed after election. This election determines the 151 members in the House of Representatives, 75 members of the Senate, and ultimately, the country's next leader. So how do elections determine our next government? FRANK MTAO has an overview.



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