AustraliaDemocratic beliefs 22 · Democratic beliefs, rights and liberties
Who must vote in federal elections in Australia?
- aPermanent residents who have lived in Australia for five years
- bAustralian citizens aged 18 or overCorrect answer
- cEveryone aged 16 or over who lives in Australia
- dOnly Australian citizens who own property
Why?
Voting is compulsory for Australian citizens from the age of 18. Permanent residents generally cannot vote in federal elections.
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