Tens of thousands of Tasmanians expected to skip council elections

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 22 Oct, 19:32 · Archive

Tens of thousands of Tasmanians are expected to skip council elections despite the risk of fines.

Tens of thousands of Tasmanians are expected to skip voting in the council elections, despite risking fines for non-participation. The state government has introduced compulsory voting for the elections but is braced for significant non-compliance.

The government insists that making voting compulsory was a good decision, even as evidence suggests widespread voter disinterest in the council elections. Authorities have warned that those who do not vote will face penalties.

How it is being reported

• Tens of thousands to skip voting as authorities warn fines will be issuedCompulsory voting backed despite widespread voter disinterest.The Examiner · 22 Oct, 19:00
• Tens of thousands to skip voting as authorities warn fines will be issuedCompulsory voting backed despite widespread voter disinterest.The Advocate · 22 Oct, 19:00

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