Settlement Guide: How to vote in Australia?

Posters explaining how to vote are seen outside a polling booth in Brisbane, Saturday, July 2, 2016. About 15 million Australians will cast their vote in today's federal election. (AAP Image/Dan Peled) NO ARCHIVING

Posters explaining how to vote are seen outside a polling booth. Source: AAP Image/Dan Peled

Voting is compulsory for all eligible citizens over 18, voters must be enrolled with the Australian Electoral Commission. Once registered, they must vote to avoid penalties.



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