Queensland votes tomorrow in an election that looks a bit closer than originally expected.
Category: Australia
Local elections in Australia
Canberra votes tomorrow for its local or territorial government; meanwhile Victorians are voting in a much less democratic exercise.
A sad anniversary
Some think that Australia's system of compulsory voting is something to celebrate. Here's why they're wrong.
Annual holiday
I'm going on holiday, but here are a few of the issues to watch for while I'm away.
No clear winner in the Solomons
The Solomon Islands election held last week has produced a parliament in which the currently uncommitted appear to hold the balance of power between prime minister Sogavare and his opponents.
Ukraine or Trump?
Most Republicans in Congress want to help Ukraine, but their presidential candidate doesn't. It's the sort of conflict that the American system is ill-equipped to deal with.
More about Peter Dutton
Peter Dutton is in trouble again, partly because his media allies do not entirely share his objectives.
Final figures in Tasmania
Tasmania's new parliament looks just as fragmented as it did on election night, but the major parties are still having trouble coming to terms with it.
Heads in the Tasmanian sand
Tasmania's Labor Party has refused to try to form government after Saturday's election, despite being better placed. The need to come to terms with coalition politics is getting more pressing.
Election preview: Tasmania
Tasmania looks set for a fractured parliament and a minority government, but the voters could still have some surprises up their sleeves.
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