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What are the latest possible dates for the next federal election?

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What are the latest possible dates for the next federal election?

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The latest possible date for a joint House/Senate election is Saturday, 16 April 2011. The latest possible date for a House of Representatives election is Saturday, 16 April 2011. The latest possible date for a Senate election is *Saturday, 21 May 2011. The Constitution (section 13) requires the election to be completed by 30 June each third year. Following polling day, the Australian Electoral Commission needs five weeks to allow for the receipt of postal votes; then distribution of preferences; followed by return of Writs.