Understanding Referendums in Australia

The video explains the differences between a referendum and a federal election in Australia. It outlines the two criteria needed for a referendum to pass: a majority of voters nationwide and a majority in four out of six states. The video also clarifies how votes are counted in states and territories, emphasizing that every vote matters. For more information, viewers are directed to the Australian Electoral Commission's website.

What are the two tests a referendum question must pass to be successful?

• Majority of voters nationwide and majority of voters in the majority of states

• Majority of voters in the majority of states and majority of voters in the majority of territories

• Majority of voters nationwide and majority of voters in the majority of territories

• Majority of voters in the majority of states and majority of voters in the majority of cities

What is required for the first test of a referendum question?

• Agreement by the majority of voters in the majority of territories

• Agreement by the majority of voters in the majority of cities

• Agreement by the majority of voters in the majority of states

• Agreement by the majority of voters nationwide

How many states must agree to a referendum question for it to pass the second test?

• Two out of six states

• Four out of six states

• Five out of six states

• Three out of six states

If you live in a territory, how is your vote counted?

• It is included in the state count only

• It is included in both the national and state counts

• It is included in the national count only

• It is not counted

What should you do if you want more information about referendums?

• Visit aec.gov.au

• Visit your local library

• Contact your state representative

• Read the newspaper