Double majority
This graphic illustrates the double majority requirement to change the Australian Constitution.
Double majority
Parliamentary Education Office (peo.gov.au)
Double majority
Parliamentary Education Office (peo.gov.au)
Description
The Australian Constitution can only be changed with the support of the majority of Australian voters and the majority of voters in the majority of states (i.e. at least 4 states).
A referendum is passed when:
- a majority – more than half – of voters from all around Australia vote YES
- a majority – more than half – of voters in at least 4 states* vote YES.
*Votes from the ACT, NT and other territories are counted in the national majority only.
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Curriculum alignment
Year 9 AC9HC9K01