The "Democracy Sausage": A Bite-Sized Look at Australia's Election Tradition

Anthony Green is a musician known for his work with bands like Saosin and as a solo artist. He recorded his first EP in 2002, primarily playing most instruments himself. Saosin's original lineup included Green alongside other notable musicians like Beau Burchell and Justin Shekoski. The band later reformed with a new lineup featuring members from My Chemical Romance, Coheed and Cambria, and Thursday. Green released his first solo album, "Avalon," in 2008. He also has a more recent album titled 'Boom,' released in 2022.

Wests Tigers and the Dragons will face off this Saturday night at Suncorp Stadium for Magic Round. Wests Tigers hold a three-win, two-loss record in Magic Round, while the Dragons have never won a Magic Round match. The Dragons have won the last three matches between these teams, but Wests Tigers defeated them 18-16 in the 2023 Magic Round clash.

Max Chandler-Mather is an Australian politician and trade unionist representing the Queensland Greens. He was born on February 15, 1992, and is a resident of Woolloongabba. He previously worked for the Greens party before being elected to parliament. Chandler-Mather contested the Griffith seat in the 2019 federal election, securing a 6.6% swing but ultimately losing. After his election, he was appointed as the Greens' spokesperson on housing and homelessness.

Zali Steggall is an Australian politician, lawyer, and former Winter Olympic athlete. She was born in Manly, New South Wales, in 1974. In the 2019 election, Steggall defeated Tony Abbott, who had held the Warringah seat since a 1994 by-election. Steggall was previously married to Olympic rower David Cameron from 1999 to 2006. She received an Australian Sports Medal in 2000 and a Medal of the Order of Australia in 2007.

David Pocock is an Australian politician and former professional rugby union player born in 1988. After retiring from rugby in 2021, he founded the David Pocock Party, officially registered in 2022. Though a member of his own party, Pocock is listed as independent by the parliamentary website.

Jacqui Lambie is a Palawa woman who served in the Australian Army from 1989 to 2000. She formed her own political party, the Jacqui Lambie Network, in 2015 and was re-elected to the Senate under its banner in 2016. After over a year of campaigning for the release of the Twenty-Year Review of the Office of the Inspector-General of the Australian Defence Force Report, it was finally made public. Lambie's efforts included radio ads, Senate motions, and mobilizing supporters who sent thousands of emails to the relevant minister demanding its release.

Penny Wong's parents met in the early 1960s when Francis Wong was studying architecture at the University of Adelaide under the Colombo Plan. In February 2013, she became Deputy Leader of the Government in the Senate following Chris Evans' resignation. After Labor won the 2022 Australian federal election, Wong became Minister for Foreign Affairs. She is the first Asian Australian and the first openly LGBTI person to hold this position.

Andrew Hastie began his military career as an officer cadet in 2001. He resigned from the ADF in August 2015 to run for the 2015 Canning by-election, which he won. He was re-elected in the 2016 and 2019 federal elections. Hastie is a member of the National Right faction of the Liberal Party.

Senator Jacinta Price was photographed wearing a "Make America Great Again" hat at a Christmas event with her family. Price's colleague, Senator James Paterson, distanced himself from the comments when asked if the Coalition would seek to 'make Australia great again', but did not criticize Price's sentiment.

Adam Bandt is a politician who has served as the leader of the Australian Greens since 2019. He has represented the Melbourne electorate since 2010, winning re-election in 2013, 2016, 2019, and 2022. Bandt is also the Greens' spokesperson for climate emergency, energy, employment & workplace relations, and the public sector. He previously worked as a public interest and industrial lawyer, advocating for workers' rights. In 2007, he entered politics motivated by concerns about climate change. Bandt has been credited with helping to reduce carbon pollution in Melbourne through Green voting.

The Division of Kooyong is an Australian Electoral Division located in inner-east Melbourne, covering approximately 59 km2. Established in 1900, it was one of the original 65 divisions contested in the first Federal election. The division's name originates from the suburb of Kooyong, to which it initially focused. Following the abolition of the Higgins electorate ahead of the 2025 election, the suburb of Kooyong has been reintegrated into the Division of Kooyong.

The rivalry between Collingwood and Geelong is heating up as they prepare to face off in the upcoming AFL season. Fans are buzzing about the potential for an intense match-up between these two powerhouse teams.

Ali France is running as the Federal Labor candidate for Dickson. She believes the Albanese Government's policies, such as tax cuts, electricity rebates, affordable medicines, free TAFE, and expanded parental leave, will benefit families in Dickson. France and her family have directly benefited from Medicare, the NDIS, and disability support. She tragically lost her son Henry to leukemia in early 2024 after spending 18 months caring for him. As a representative, she aims to be a strong advocate for the Moreton Bay region, prioritizing the needs of working people.

This webpage provides Minnesota election results, including historical data and turnout statistics. Users can view results by year or access past Legislative Manuals with published results. Requests for results prior to April 2006 should be directed to the Election Authority office.

Jim Chalmers is an Australian politician and economist serving as the Treasurer in the Albanese government since May 2022. He was born in Brisbane in 1978 and won the Rankin seat in the House of Representatives at the 2013 federal election. After the 2019 election, he considered running to succeed Bill Shorten as party leader. Chalmers is also an author, having published books such as "Glory Daze" and "Changing Jobs".

The 2025 Australian federal election is being held on Saturday, 3 May 2025. The total number of seats in the House of Representatives will decrease from 151 to 150. Postal vote packs will be sent out three weeks before polling day. The latest date to request an overseas postal vote is 6pm, Wednesday 30 April 2025. Completed postal votes must be received by the AEC in Australia by 6pm Friday 16 May 2025 AEST. You can find your electorate on the Australian Election Commission (AEC) website.

Australian professional rugby league footballer Luke Metcalf plays as a halfback for the New Zealand Warriors in the National Rugby League (NRL). He was born on March 1, 1999, and played junior rugby league with the Orara Valley Tomahawks. In November 2021, the New Zealand Warriors signed him to a two-year deal starting in 2023. During round 19 of the 2023 NRL season, Metcalf scored two tries for the Warriors in their victory over Parramatta. In round 4 of the 2024 NRL season, he broke his leg while attempting to tackle Tyson Frizell.

Riot police were called to manage chaotic crowds at Canterbury Park Racecourse in Sydney during selective school exams. Around 1,300 students finished exams and attempted to leave with their parents as another 1,300 students and parents arrived for the second exam. A scheduled 1:30pm exam was cancelled after 90 minutes of delays. The New South Wales education department secretary apologized for the "inconvenience and stress" caused to students and parents.