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• Do I need to vote in the by-election?
• Where can I vote early?
• Where can I vote on by-election day?
• Key dates
• Temporary by-election work

• Electoral Communication
COVID-19 safety measures
The AEC is factoring in the rapidly changing COVID-19 environment into our provision of voting services
and throughout the broader by-election process.
For this by-election, we are implementing a range of safety measures, consistent with advice sought
from government health authorities. This will include guidance for voters regarding appropriate social
distancing and hygiene in the polling place. Hand sanitizer will be available and voting screens will be
regularly cleaned by AEC staff.

2. Download the COVIDSafe app

COVIDSafe app
COVIDSafe helps all communities and assist health officials to
COVIDSafe helps all communities and assist health officials to
quickly understand and tackle the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Search for the COVIDSafe app in the Apple App Store or Google Play.
• How it Works?

Bluetooth® signals are used to determine when you’re near another
COVIDSafe user.

COVIDSafe securely records when you have been in close contact
with other users of the app. This will allow State and Territory
health officials to contact you if you have been in close contact
with someone who has tested positive for the virus.