How does the Senate work in Australia?
The Australian Senate chamber at Parliament House in Canberra Source: AAP/Lukas Coch
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On Saturday 21 May 2022, Australians will mark down their preferences to choose 76 senators in total, representing each state and the territories. This year is a half senate election where candidates are selected to play their role in reviewing, debating and voting on proposed laws.
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