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Australian Electoral Commission (AEC)

The Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) is an independent government organization responsible for managing federal elections and referendums in Australia. Its primary roles include organizing voting processes, maintaining the electoral roll (list of registered voters), ensuring fair and transparent elections, and supervising the counting of votes. The AEC also promotes public awareness about voting rights and electoral processes. Its goal is to ensure elections are conducted efficiently, accurately, and impartially, upholding the integrity of Australia's democracy.