An Autistic’s guide to Australia’s federal elections
By Helen Said, long time Autistic activist Autistics and our allies have a powerful voice and the May 3 rd 2025 federal election is a good time to use it. We need a government committed to fairness and equality, saving the environment and reducing the cost of living. Who has to vote? If you are over 18, check your enrolment details on the Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) website. 1 Enrolment closed on April 7 th , so If your name is not there you won’t be able to vote at this election. Make sure you enrol to vote 2 soon so you can get to vote next time around. If you have difficulty with transport or access to polling booths, or with the sensory or social aspects of attending a polling booth, you have the right to apply for a postal vote, as disability is an acceptable reason for not voting in person. You can also apply for a postal vote if you are travelling or working on election day. Apply for a postal vote as soon as possible to make sure you don’t miss out. In...