How it works, why it matters and the power of your role in it.
In 1999 Australia voted no to replacing the Queen as our head of state with a president.
Common terms explained.
False information from ancient times to the present.
How parties and candidates campaign for your vote.
Your guide to how often voters go to the polls.
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