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Australians celebrated their national election with the beloved "democracy sausage," a grilled sausage in bread often served at polling places. This tradition, dating back nearly a century, is a major fundraiser for schools and community groups, with over 2,200 polling places offering them in 2022, generating over $2.6 million USD in profit. The apolitical event, tracked by democracysausage.org, even extends to Australian embassies worldwide, including Antarctica. Its popularity is attributed to Australia's compulsory voting, Saturday elections, and the nation's sense of humor, fostering a sense of community and civic engagement.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.