Why vote?

Federal GovernmentTop

The Federal Government makes decisions about issues that affect all Australians. Its responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• the national economy;
• defence;
• foreign policy;
• immigration;
• social services including pensions and family support;
• trade and commerce;
• post-secondary education; and
• Medicare and health funding.

State GovernmentTop

The State Government makes decisions about issues that specifically affect Victorians. Its responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• hospitals and health services;
• drugs and crime prevention;
• education and training;
• family and community development;
• transport and road safety; and
• rural and regional service development.

Local councilsTop

The councillors you elect make decisions on a range of local issues. Their responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• maternal and child health care centres;
• child care;
• meals on wheels and home help;
• sporting facilities and recreation reserves;
• libraries and community centres;
• animal registrations;
• rubbish and recycling collection;
• town planning and building regulations; and
• local roads and footpaths.