Politics | VoteGuide Blog

A detailed analysis of our Australian Political Compass Survey, examining political attitudes across states, age groups, and demographics to reveal the evolving landscape of Australian politics.

Understand Australia's unique electoral system with its preferential voting, compulsory participation, and how votes are counted and translated into parliamentary seats.

Explore the Prime Minister of Australia's roles and responsibilities, from leading cabinet to representing Australia internationally, managing crises, and shaping national policy.

Discover the practical steps to becoming a politician in Australia, from eligibility requirements and education pathways to joining political parties and running successful campaigns.

Discover the day-to-day responsibilities of Australian MPs, from representing constituents and debating laws to committee work and electorate duties.

Learn how to run for the Australian Senate, understand how senators are elected, and discover the differences between the Senate and House of Representatives.