Australian Electoral System

Australia's electoral system uses preferential voting for federal elections, where voters rank candidates by preference. To win, a candidate needs more than half the votes in a seat. If no one reaches this in the first count, the candidate with the fewest votes is eliminated, and their votes are redistributed based on second preferences. This process continues until a candidate secures a majority. The House of Representatives has single-member districts, while the Senate uses a proportional representation system, ensuring diverse representation. The system aims to reflect voter preferences accurately and promote stable, representative government.