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Part 2.3 The big day

Part Two: Casting your line

(Learning about voting)

“Your vote is like your fishing line in the water – make it count” – Marlee

3: The big day

Here are the five key learning points from the family’s story about election day:

  1. Everyone comes together on election day, just like for a big community fish
  2. Take your time and think things through when voting
  3. Every person’s vote matters, like every fish adds to the catch
  4. Family can support each other through the process
  5. When we all participate, we make something special happen for community

Let’s hear from Jake: Different ways to vote

Story Card #6

The family prepares for election day.

Your Reflections

  1. What does voting mean to your community?
  2. How can voting bring people together?
  3. What have you learned about having your say?

Your Voting Choice – Empowering Mob through Knowledge Part 2.3 The big day

Factsheets

Take action

Participate

  • Go to the voting place
  • Bring family members
  • Support others who are voting

Learn

  • Ask questions about voting
  • Understand why voting matters
  • Share what you know with others

Celebrate

  • Talk about the voting experience
  • Recognise the importance of community
  • Value everyone’s contribution

Remember:

Voting is a community moment

Every vote tells a story

Together we make a difference

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