How to Vote in the Upcoming Federal Election: A Guide for Accessible Voting in Western Australia

Voting in the federal election is your right—and there are accessible options to make it easier for people with disability to take part, no matter your needs or location across WA.

1. Check you’re enrolled to vote

Before you can vote, you need to be enrolled with the Australian Electoral Commission (AEC). You can check or update your details online at aec.gov.au or call 13 23 26. If you’ve recently moved, make sure your address is up to date so you’re enrolled in the correct electorate.

2. Choose how you want to vote

There are a few different ways to cast your vote:

In person on election day – Polling places are open from 8am to 6pm on election day. There will be many polling booths across Perth and regional WA. You can find the closest one to you using the AEC’s online tool once locations are finalised.
Early voting – If election day is hard for you, early voting centres open about two weeks before the election. This is a good option if you need a quieter space or more flexibility.
Postal voting – You can apply online or by phone to have your ballot papers sent to your home. Just make sure to post them back in time.
Telephone voting – If you’re blind or have low vision, you can register to vote over the phone. This is a private and secure way to vote without needing to fill out paperwork.

Click for the ABC article 'Early voting in the 2025 election is now open. Find out if you're eligible and where early voting centres are near you'.

3. Accessible voting options in WA

The AEC is committed to making voting easier for everyone. At many polling places, especially in metro areas, you’ll find:

Wheelchair access
Magnifying sheets
Hearing loops
Trained staff who can assist
The option to bring a support person

Check the accessibility details of your local polling booth at aec.gov.au closer to election day.

4. What happens when you vote

When you arrive, you’ll be greeted by AEC staff. They will ask for your full name and address to check you off the electoral roll—no ID is needed.

You’ll then be handed two ballot papers:

A small green one for the House of Representatives (your local area)
A large white one for the Senate (the whole state)

You’ll be shown to a private cardboard voting booth.On the green paper, number the boxes in the order of your choice (1, 2, 3 and so on).On the white paper, you can vote above the line (number at least 6 parties in order) or below the line (number at least 12 individual candidates).

Take your time. If you make a mistake, ask for a new paper. When you're done, fold your ballot papers and place them in the ballot boxes.

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