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AEC Statement - Unauthorised pamphlets in Wentworth

3 October 2025

Publication of the 2025 federal election report

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AEC Statement – Conclusion of challenge to Bradfield election result

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2025 Indigenous enrolment rates released

18 September 2025

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Constitutional eligibility of candidates

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Truth in campaigning

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How we maintain the electoral roll

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AEC efforts to reduce wait times

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Answers to common questions

When will the next federal election be held?

Federal elections must be held at least once in every three years on a date determined by the Governor General, upon request by the government.

I am living or going overseas

To be eligible to enrol to vote from overseas, you must be an Australian citizen aged 18 years or older, and intend to return to Australia within six years.

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You can upload, fax, or post your signed form or letter to the AEC.

A relative has died. How do I remove their name from the roll?

You do not need to notify the AEC when a relative or friend has died as this information is provided to the AEC.

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