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Membership Tier

We have a range of membership options available, and you can upgrade at any time.

Free · helps us register Supporter Member Help us meet AEC registration requirements. No voting rights in internal ballots. FREE ✓ Help us run and volunteer ✕ Vote in party ballots ✕ Nominate for positions ★ Popular · full membership rights Ordinary Full voting rights in all internal party ballots and elections. $60.00 per year ✓ Help us run and volunteer ✓ Vote in party ballots ✓ Nominate for positions Best for pensioners & students Concession / Low Income For students, pensioners & low-income earners. Full voting rights included. $25.00 per year ✓ Help us run and volunteer ✓ Vote in party ballots ✓ Nominate for positions

Supporter membership is free. It helps us meet AEC registration requirements, and you can still volunteer with us and receive party updates — though you cannot vote in internal party ballots. You can upgrade to a paid membership at any time.

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