THE CHOICE IS YOURS
Don't waste your vote!
On September 7th, 2013, registered Australian voters will head off to the polls to determine who will lead our nation for the next three years. Many people find this a chore, but there are people in nations all over the world who are fighting for the right to elect who governs them. It's a right that we shouldn't take for granted. Here's a guide to ensure your vote isn't wasted.
An Explanation of the Two Houses
On election day, you will be voting for both houses of parliament - The Senate (Upper House) and the House of Representatives (Lower House). Here's a brief explanation of what they do.
The Senate
The Senate's job is to look at legislation that the House of Reps has sent to them. They provide our 'checks and balances'. The more perspectives we have in the Senate, the better our checks and balances will be.
House of Reps
The House of Reps is where our Prime Minister comes from. When you vote for the House of Reps, you choose a candidate who represents your local area. You do not vote for the Prime Minister. The PM is chosen by the party who wins the most seats in the electorate.