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Overseas voting underway

Oct 21, 2026

Voters who are overseas can vote in the 2026 General Election from today.

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Last chance to enrol this week

Oct 18, 2026

There’s still time to enrol or update your details so you’re ready to vote in this year’s election.

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Flyer referral to Police

Oct 16, 2026

The Electoral Commission has referred a matter to the Police regarding the publication of flyer that did not contain a promoter statement.

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EasyVote cards are on their way

Oct 14, 2026

EasyVote cards are on their way to voters for the start of voting in the 2026 General Election.

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Candidate and party lists released

Oct 9, 2026

Seventeen registered political parties and a total of 530 candidates will be contesting the 2026 General Election.

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Voting places announced for 2026 election

Oct 7, 2026

Voting places for the 2026 General Election have been confirmed with more than 2,300 open on election day across the country.

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Key election milestone reached

Oct 4, 2026

Today is writ day, a milestone on the election calendar when the formal writ is issued for the 2026 General Election to be held.

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Candidate nominations close soon

Sep 30, 2026

Candidate nominations for the 2026 General Election close at noon Thursday 8 October 2026.

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Enrol now to get your EasyVote card

Sep 24, 2026

Make sure you enrol or update your details in time to receive an EasyVote card for the 2026 General Election.

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