Australian elections: please explain

Everything you need to know about Australian politics, explained. Get your democracy on and level up your election knowledge before heading to the polls.

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What is a Minority Government?

Ever wondered what a minority government is and how it shapes Australia’s Parliament? Here’s everything you need to know.

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What is a Majority Government?

Ever wondered what a majority government is and how it shapes Australia’s Parliament? Here’s everything you need to know.

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Minor Parties and Independents

As well as the major parties, minor parties and independents will also be seeking our votes in the upcoming election - so who are they and why are they important?

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Preferential Voting

Did you know there’s no such thing as "wasting" your vote in Australia? It’s all thanks to a clever system called preferential voting. Let’s break it down and see how it works.

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How to Vote in Australian Elections: A Step-by-Step Guide

Your complete guide to voting in Australia — so you can make your vote count on election day!

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Australia's Political System

How does Australia's government actually work? Who are we really electing when we head to the polls? Let’s break it down in simple terms.

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The Major Parties

Liberal and Labor (you might have heard of them) - how did they start and what do they stand for?

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