Who was in power in 2004 Australia?

The incumbent Liberal Party of Australia led by Prime Minister of Australia John Howard and coalition partner the National Party of Australia led by John Anderson defeated the opposition Australian Labor Party led by Mark Latham.

Are elections free in Australia?

Federal elections are organised and run by the Australian Electoral Commission, who make sure that elections are free, fair and legal. The Commonwealth Electoral Act 1918 and the Australian Constitution set out the requirements for running elections.

Who won the election in 2004?

2004 United States presidential election

What happened in the World 2004?

The 2004 United States presidential election is held. The United States re-elects George W. Bush of the Republican Party to a second term as President of the United States, defeating John Kerry. 11 American states ban gay marriage.

Who won the 2004 election in Canada?

National results. In 2004, a federal party required 155 of the 308 seats to hold a majority in Canada. The Liberals came short of this number, winning 135.

Who won the 2006 Canadian election?

The Conservative Party of Canada, led by Stephen Harper, won a minority government. The Conservatives won 124 seats. The former governing party, the Liberal Party of Canada, won 103 seats. The separatist Bloc Québécois won 51 seats and the social-democratic New Democratic Party 29.

Can prisoners vote in Australia?

Yes, if you are 18 or older it is compulsory to enrol and vote for federal and state elections and referendums. However, you can only vote in federal elections if you are serving a full-time prison sentence of less than three years.

How much is the fine for not voting in Australia?

The penalty for first time offenders is $20, and this increases to $50 if you have previously paid a penalty or been convicted of this offence. If you do not have a valid and sufficient reason for not voting, you can pay the penalty and that will end the matter.