Democracy- government by the people; a form of government in which the supreme power is vested in the people and exercised directly by them or by their elected agents under a free electoral system.
- the common people of a community as distinguished from any privileged class; the common people with respect to their political power.
In broad terms, as a citizen of this society, if you want more of the same, return the present government. If you want a different administration, or more accountability, then vote for different people. It's your right and YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.Don't come back whinging. Deal with it now.
In NSW, the election is being promoted by the media as a Grand Final between two major parties, who appear to be managing NSW for the big end of town and squabbling amongst themselves.
This media process largely ignores the minor parties and Independents who can bring motivated fresh minds to problem solving.
The machinery of this State has been sabotaged by years of neglect or misdiretion. Increasingly, parts are failing. It's not only trains that are off the rails.
This is not sustainable. Too much Partying.
Not enough cleaning up and working.
Democracy means we must listen to all voices. Sure, it's messy, but it works better than arrogant elitistism, moving towards fascism or other forms of totalitarianism.
Remember, it's TWO elections.
(1)
The Upper House or Legislative Council
Vote for sane, rational and reasonable people who can prevent excesses form the Lower House becoming law. In fact these people are your last line of defence from stupid laws and sloppy administration.
This election is conducted differently to the Lower House and requires EITHER a tick in a GROUP "above the line", OR marking off your ordered choice of candidates "below the line"
Be mindful that giving a vote to the same major party in both houses of Parliament may not deliver a society you want to live in.
It's YOUR decision.
Upper House Candidates by Electoral Group
See our "Results" Page for some help in this.
(2)
Lower House or Legislative Assembly
This is the crew who are responsible for administration of this State. If it's working well, pat them on the back. If it's not, kick them. It's YOUR decision.
Lower House Candidates by Electoral Districts
See our "Results" pages for some basic information.
Learn about Candidates and how the voting system works here
NSW Electoral Commission Website
Follow the links to find out WHO is standing in your local area and WHERE to vote
