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Government and the Law › Elections
Is voting compulsory in Australian federal elections?
- Yes, all eligible Australian citizens must vote
- Only for citizens over 25
- No, voting is voluntary
Why this is the correct answer
Voting is compulsory for all eligible Australian citizens in federal elections, and also in state and territory elections. Australians who fail to vote without a valid reason can be fined. This system aims to ensure that election outcomes reflect the views of the whole community.