The Australian electoral system is among the most complex in modern democracies. It comprises three levels of government—federal, state and territory, and local—each with its own election cycles.

Australians are clearly seeking something more complex from their political system. Something reflective of a society with array of interests and ideas.

Australia’s voting system is designed to make sure your vote has an impact, even if your first-choice candidate doesn’t win. That’s why understanding how preferences flow is so important.

Australia has 90% voter turnout. But the rate is much lower in many Aboriginal communities, where people say their voices are not being heard and are trying to do something about that.

Early voting in the Australian election began on Tuesday, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's centre-left Labor party holding a slim lead over the conservative opposition coalition.

While there have been moves to making voting optional in Australia, voters have consistently expressed their support for it being compulsory.