Terms of Reference

To inquire into and report on current rules and practices in relation to campaign activities in the vicinity of polling places. The inquiry will pay particular reference to:

 

• the distribution of how-to-vote cards;

 

• campaigning by organisations other than political parties at polling places;

 

• allegations in relation to the conduct of, and material disseminated by, campaigners at state and federal elections in the vicinity of polling places intended or likely to mislead or intimidate electors; and

 

• any other related matter.

Committee Secretariat contact:

Committee Secretary
Joint Standing Committee on Electoral Matters
PO Box 6021
Parliament House
Canberra ACT 2600

Phone: +61 2 6277 2374
em@aph.gov.au