Electoral Commision

Question 1

What is an electoral commission in Australia

Answer 1

Individuals can work for the Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) or state commissions such as the Western Australian Electoral Commission (WAEC) during the periods of elections, by-elections or referenda.
They must be apolitical and non-partisan

Question 2

How can electoral processes benefit Australian elections

Answer 2

process adds greater transparency to Australian elections and increases public confidence in the result.