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What is a double dissolution election?

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What is a double dissolution election?

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This is a simultaneous election for all members of both the House of Representatives and the Senate. Under the Constitution, the Governor-General may dissolve both the Senate and the House of Representatives at any time (except within the last six months of the House of Representatives term) provided the special circumstances as set out in s.57 of the Constitution are met. More information can be found in our Fact sheet on Double Dissolutions.