Expect queues when voting

WANNON voters can expect a longer wait on polling day than for previous elections, as the Australian Electoral Commission puts COVID-19 precautions in place, with hygiene teams to regularly clean surfaces and pencils. Photo: TASH FRANKO.

By Eliza Sears

May 07, 2022 | 4:00 PM

AS we rapidly approach the first Federal Election since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, some might be wondering how this election day will differ from previous years.

Firstly, the Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) will have COVID-19 precautions in place at polling places to ensure the safety of both AEC staff and voters.