Animated video provides an introduction to some of the key features of Australian democracy
Voting and elections
Every election is the first chance for many young people and students to cast their vote. We've collected resources to help understand how voting works.

Make your vote count
Every couple of years Australians have an opportunity to vote and elect their government. We have collected resources and guidance for people voting in an election for the first time.
Here you'll find information on the importance of voting, how to vote and how our voting system works.
These resources have been developed for young people and students to provide a starting point for understanding voting and elections.
Publications
Resources
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Democracy rules aims to explain these facts and themes in an engaging manner and to make a worthy contribution to what might be described as the ‘democratic life experience’ of your students.
The VEC’s Passport to Democracy is a dynamic educational program that empowers students and young voters to research, campaign, and run mock elections—helping them understand how government works and how to make their voices heard. With free toolkits, engaging activities, and classroom-ready resources, it turns election basics into interactive learning that builds real-world civic skills.
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